Dubai and its Culture:
Embedded in Islamic traditions, Dubai’s culture is rich in the complicated tapestries that forms this country – one of the seven that constitutes the United Arab Emirates. Although staunch in their customs and beliefs, the UAE is tolerant and welcoming to foreigners who do not practice the religion of Islam.
Expatriates have the freedom to practice their own religion, and even alcohol is served in hotels and when it comes to fashion, the dress code is liberal.
Women are not subject to sub-standard conditions and or treatment, and they are entitled to non-discrimination, as should right-fully always be so....
It seems that it is also customary for all in Dubai to be treated with Courtesy and Hospitality - as these are one of the many virtues of Dubai.
The Rulers of Dubai seem adamant in keeping and maintaining their culture and ensure this through a number of practices. One of these practices is through the promotion of sporting events that are representative of their past. Falconry, camel racing and dhow sailing are popular examples of these ancient sports still practiced and revered in Dubai today.
The immense tradition that Dubai has as a tourist destination is congruent with the fact that although the official language of the country is Arabic, most people in and out of the workplace communicate in English.
With the vast majority of different nationalities in Dubai; English seems to be the common ground with most people. Another very visual countenance and reverence this country shows towards tourists is that fact that the majority of road and shop signs, restaurant menus etc. are in both English and Arabic.
Dubai being a cosmopolitan city allows for visitors the opportunity that they can dress however they like. However, a fair amount of respect for the local customs is, and should always be shown and appreciated.
In accordance with the local customs and norms of Dubai, it is a good idea for visitors to refrain from wearing “very short, tight clothing”, at least until they feel they are comfortable with the city and its regulations.
UAE nationals will generally speaking adorn their traditional dress. For the men this is the ‘dishdasha’ or ‘khandura’, which is in effect a white full-length shirt-dress. It is usually accompanied when worn with a white or red checked headdress, locally known as a ‘gutra’.
When in public, local women adorn the black ‘abaya’, which consists of a long black robe that covers their normal clothes. They are also prone to wearing a headscarf.
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