If you have traveled to Istanbul for at least once, certainly you have visited Sultanahmet Mosque (Turkish: Sultanahmet Camii) in Istanbul, Turkey. The mosque is also used to be called the Blue Mosque because of the Blue Tiles surrounding the walls of the mosque. Over the years, this mosque has become one of the most famous tourist attractions in Istanbul. This iconic mosque was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list in 1985.
Top View of the Sultanahmet Mosque
The Sultanahmet Mosque
History
Sultanahmet Mosque has been built between 1609 to 1616 during the rule of Ahmed 1. It has been named by the name of the emperor Ahmed. The mosque was built on the site of the palace of the Byzantine emperors, in front of the basilicaAyasofya aka Hagia Sophia and the hippodrome, a site of significant symbolic meaning as it dominated the city skyline from the south.
Architecture
The Sultanahmet Mosque has one Main Dome, Six Minarets, and Eight Secondary Domes. Six minarets caused quite a scandal, as the Haram Mosque in Mecca (the holiest place for Muslims in the world) also had six minarets. However, in the end, the sultan solved the problem by adding a seventh minaret to Haram Mosque. The design of the Sultanahmet Mosque is the culmination of two centuries of Ottoman Mosque development. It incorporates some Byzantine Christian elements of the neighboring Hagia Sophia with traditional Islamic architecture and is considered to be the last great mosque of the classical period.
How to Visit the Sultanahmet Mosque
Besides being a tourist attraction, this is also an active mosque. Muslims offer five-time prayers at the mosque, therefore, it closes for tourists for 30 minutes to 45 minutes during regular prayer. However, during Friday prayer, it closes for the tourists for approx 90 minutes.
Tourists often look for answers to many questions before visiting the Sultanahmet Mosque. Here are some answers, which would certainly assist you in your next visit to Blue Mosque.
Time for Visit. Try to visit the start of your visit at the early hours of the day and finish before midday prayer. This is the largest slot of the day you will get for your visit inside the mosque. By all means avoid visiting the mosque during the prayer, especially during Friday midday prayer.
Dress Code for Visit. Male visitors must not enter the mosque putting on shorts shorter than your knee length. Female visitors should wear a headscarf and must cover their legs. Headscarves and rob to cover legs are available at the entrance. If you collect headscarf and rob at the entrance, you may return those at the exit. However, despite the availability of free headscarf and rob, I suggest you have your own in this present COVID-19 situation for safety. You will be able to purchase from around the mosque. Moreso, this will be another piece of cheap souvenir. 🙂
Take off Your Shoes. Before entering the Mosque all should take off their shoes and put those in plastic bags provided at the entrance free of charge. This is required as it has been mentioned, this mosque is an active mosque, and Muslims never enter the mosque with shoes on. Well, we would suggest you carry a small backpack 🎒 (which every traveler usually carry) and put your shoes inside it. It is not easy to take care of your shoes, seeing things, and again taking photographs altogether. At the exit, you may dispose of your carry bag.
Entrance Fee. There’s no entrance fee for visiting the mosque. However, once you step out you will find a booth for donation. You may donate any amount at your will. However, if you make any donation, they will provide you a slip.
Special Tips for Traveler
– If you are traveling with a toddler(s), leave the Stroller of your baby outside (somewhere safe). Security will not allow you to enter with a stroller.
– If you are in a long queue and someone approaches you for any shortcuts, ignore them. They are probably some broker of any vendor. In the worst scenario, they might leave you in the hand of security personnel.
– In the crowd take care of belongings and never carry your backpack at the back. Carry your bag/ backpack on your chest for safety.
– Once you are inside the mosque please be quiet. As this is a place of worship, you will always find people worshiping including female worshipers. Avoid staring at them. Visit the mosque respectfully and quietly.
Special Tips for Photography
– Once you are inside the mosque do not use flash for photography.
– Respect people and do not cause any disturbance to the worshipers or any fellow travelers.
– Do not take random shots of people inside. People may feel offended and that might result trouble for you.
– Istanbul and this mosque are heavens for street photography. Look around; mosque premises, entrances, parks, etc. You will find extraordinary frames if you can afford some time and can look from a different perspective. Most of my photographs are captured using a Canon 5D MK3 camera with Canon EF 16-35mm f2.8 lens.
– I suggest you visit in the evening as well to get some night shot of this magnificent architecture.
– If you want to have some drone footage, please do get approval from the Turkish authority to fly a drone. Otherwise, flying a drone from anywhere near the mosque might put you in trouble. I use DJI Mavic 2 Pro. You may get this drone for magnificent cinematic footage/ photographs.
Night View of Fountain and the Mosque
Night View from the Park Area
Outcome In Camera Process of 3 x Shots
At the main entrance
The Sultanahmet Mosque is one of the premier architectural monuments of the Sultanahmet era. This monument deserves much more elaboration from the historical perspective. However, you will find tons of details on history and heritage if you want to educate yourself. Our principal focus is to present some details of the spot which would really assist you in seeing and exploring the place better. If you think these details would be helpful to others, please share and subscribe to our blog.
If you are traveling to Turkey and love nature; visiting Uzungöl is a must. This is a copybook example of what people call ‘heaven on earth’. Lake Uzungöl AKA Long Lake in Trabzon (in the local Romeyka language: Şeraho), is a lake situated to the south of the city of Trabzon, is Turkey’s most beautiful lake. Uzungöl is also the name of the village on the lake’s coast. This piece of heaven is at a distance of 99 km from Trabzon’s city center, and 19 km from Çaykara’s district center. Lake Uzungöl AKA Long Lake has emerged in recent years as a famous place for its breathtaking serene natural environment and various adventure activities.
Best Time to Go
Though Summer is always considered as the tourist season, yet if you love to see snow-clad mountains and the frozen lake, it’s better to visit Lake Uzungöl AKA Long Lake in Trabzon during winter. However, consider the difficulty of traveling as well. We have traveled in the month of June and felt like, we were witnessing the beauty of paradise. The Lake and the whole region was amazingly beautiful during this season.
Getting There
Lake Uzungöl AKA Long Lake in Trabzon is not that far from the city center. As such, it can be covered in a day if you do not want to stay a night at the lake. If you are traveling on a budget, it’s better to take a bus from Trabzon. You can book a ticket from any online service like rome2romio. Well, if you can spare a little amount of money, we recommend taking a taxi or hire a car. There are a lot of beautiful places en route, where you would feel like to stop and enjoy the scenic beauty. Driving experience from Trabzon City Center to Irfanli for 50 Km along the shoreline is stunning.
Things to Do in Uzungöl
Lake Uzungöl AKA Long Lake in Trabzon is a place to enjoy a retreat from chaos and rush of city life. We could have stayed there for weeks if we could avail really a long vacation from our work. Since this place has emerged as a busy tourist hub in the region recently, therefore, travel companies, adventure sports companies, etc have brought a lot of options for activities.
However, in our opinion, the best thing to do here is to enjoy the serenity of the place and walk around the lake and greens. In recent years various agencies have brought options of paragliding, helicopter tour, ATV tour, and many other activities. If you wish, you can enjoy those as well. While enjoying the beauty of nature, do not miss visiting Uzungöl Cami (Uzungöl Kuran Kursu).
Food to Eat
Turkish food will always dominate our list of food, which we are fond of. There are hundreds of hotels and restaurants in this small valley to meet your desire for mesmerizing Turkish food. We tried food in many restaurants. It would be a shame to mention one’s name without mentioning others. So, it’s better to preserve our stand for any single or two restaurants. 🙂
Places to Stay
Surely Agoda, booking, hostelworld, Airbnb, etc will offer you hundreds of options for staying in Lake Uzungöl AKA Long Lake in Trabzon. You can choose your hotel as per your preference and budget. However, I would recommend choosing any hotel nearer to the lake even if you need to count a few extra bucks.
Hotels and Locals’ Residences at Uzungöl
Hotels and Locals’ Residences at Uzungöl
Photography Tips
There are no special tips for photographing in Lake Uzungöl AKA Long Lake in Trabzon. However, you may keep these points in mind if you are interested in Photography.
– We always prefer good timing for photography to synchronize with good light. For Uzungöl there is no exception.
– You may walk around the villages to try to get portraits/ environmental portraits of Turkish local. However, please be considerate and humble. Never try anything without permission.
– Language is a barrier throughout Turkey. However, in remote places like this, this is way more difficult than city centers. Learn/memorize a few basic words like greetings, introducing, etc. That would be of great help for sure.
Final Words
For traveling and for travelers there is no ‘the solution‘. There are always scopes of incorporating and customizing something maverick. Our this blog is also not ‘the solution‘ for travelers/ tourist, who intends to visit Uzungöl. Even though if you find this write-up a useful one, please refer to others and subscribe. You may also check our blog post on Cappadocia, Princes Island, and Sultanahmet Mosque in Istanbul if you are interested. Enjoy traveling.
For hundreds of years, Istanbul attracted tourists from all around the world because of its historical, archeological, and diversified significance. In addition, it’s located in such a significant place that it truly became the center of the earth. Therefore, Napoleon once said, “If the world was only one country, Istanbul would be its capital!” However, out of many spectacular and amazing places/ attractions, today we are going to know about Prince’s Island. And in my opinion, Prince’s Island is a must travel destination in Istanbul, Turkey.
Now let’s know about this amazing destination. The Princes’ Islands are a cluster of 9 islands southeast of Istanbul in the Sea of Marmara. This is a very unique place in this present world. The islands are car-free. The islands are known for their horse-drawn carriages (phaetons). People/ tourists mainly use Cycle or Horse carts for transportation. However, in recent days you may also see some battery driven motorcycle.
Getting There
The tourists usually travel to the island from Istanbul. In that case, you have to come up to Kabatas. If you are coming from the Europen side of Istanbul or Sultanahmet, this is the last stoppage of the tramway. Thereafter, you have to cross the road and go to the Kabatas Ferry terminal. There is two terminal side by side. Go to the USKUDAR terminal and get tickets of MAVI MARMARA (check the photos below). Each ticket costs 10 Lira. The journey will take approx 50 minutes. While going to the island you will witness the spectacular view of Istanbul’s iconic attractions e.g. Topkapi Place, Hagia Sofia, Sultanahmet Mosque, etc.
After approximately 50 minutes, you will arrive at BUYUKADA Island. The route is amazingly beautiful. You will witness the beauty of Istanbul Skyline, USKUDAR and other small islands of Princes’ Island. Prior to reaching BUYUKADA, you will arrive at Heybeliada island which is the second largest of nine islands. Here at the top of the central mountain, you will see an eleventh-century Greek Orthodoxmonastery, it houses the Halki seminary, the only Greek Orthodox seminary in Turkey.
Things to Do in BUYUKADA
We already came to know that Princes’ Island is a car-free zone and as a means of transportation, you have the option of hiring Horse Carriage or Cycle. After getting down from the ferry at the terminal first you may do is to hire a bike or a horse carriage. Depending on your interest, you may decide your itinerary for the day. Here, we would recommend a list of places and things to do and hope this would be enough for a day.
Bike Tour or Horse Carriage Ride
The best thing to do in Buyukada Island is to hire a bike and travel around the island see enjoy spectacular view of the island. If you want to avoid biking as it might have been tiring, you may also hire a horse carriage for island tour.
Hagios Giorgios Monastry
If you love history you must visit Hagios Giorgios Monastry. The monastry is located on the highest point of the island and it was built in 1751.
Adalar Museum
Adalar Museum is another spectacular destination for the travelers. This is considered the first contemporary city museum in Istanbul. One can have a comprehensive idea of history of Istanbul from thousands of photographs, historical items, and evidences.
Beaches of Buyukada Island
Few other mesmerizing destinations are profound beaches of the island if you are traveling there in Summer. Few of the fantastic beaches are Aya Nicola Beach, Blue Beach, Nizam Beach, Halik Koyu Aile Beach etc.
Adalar Market
The market at Adalar was an amazing place for us. We loved walking through the streets in the market. The aroma of Turkish traditional food, the sound of trinkets and bells of the bikes, and the mesmerizing view of the various stalls and restaurants will surely blow your mind away.
Turkish Food
Buyukada Island is famous for Turkish traditional food. Naming a few of the restaurants and cafes will be unjust to others. Restaurants inside the market or along the beaches will surely offer you fresh and amazing Turkish cuisine.
Return Journey to Kabatas/ Eminonu
If you have traveled to Prince’s Island for a day then you should end your traveling by 3/4 PM as return ferry leaves Buyukada by 4/5 PM depending on the season. Well, while returning you may get down at Eminonu if your hotel is in Sultanahmet.
Tips for Photography
Buyukada Island is a heaven for landscape lovers. However, timing is important for photography here as it is everywhere.
Once you will land in Buyukada Island, by then it will be almost a sunny day. Try to utilize the time maximum before the light becomes too harsh.
For taking a photo of people traveling in a horse carriage or the horse cartel keep your wide-angle lens ready.
Adalar Market is a heaven for lifestyle, street, and travel photography.
Beaches are a wonderful place for landscape and travel photography. Utilize the afternoon hour for better photos.
If you wanna fly a drone, this entire island is a fantastic place for capturing amazing photos.
Once you will reach Eminonu or Kabatas, you will get amazing light to capture moments in the street.
Sunset over the Marmara sea en route is amazing. Do not miss that.
In the end, I would strongly recommend planning a day tour at least to anyone traveling to Istanbul. This place is a fantastic day out destination for travelers of all ages, all tastes.
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The floatingguava market of Bangladesh is allegedly the world’s largest market of this kind. The market has been established in the border area of three districts of Jhalokathi, Pirojpur, and Barishal. This guava garden is grown on about 31 thousand acres of land in around 30 villages. There are approximately 7000 guava gardens and numerous floating markets in the area. However, the two most widely visited markets are in Bhimruli and Atghar Kuriana.
In this article, we would humbly try to make a check-list with everything you need to know about the floating Guava Market of Jhalokathi/ Pirojpur of Bangladesh.
How Will You Go There
Dhaka to Barishal by Launches: Every evening number of launches departs from Shadarghat Launch Ghat at 8:30 PM. You will find details of launches’ contacts and fare at BD-Info. In my opinion, one of the best launches is MV Manami. The best part of them is, you can get tickets of MV Manami of your choice online. Online tickets can be bought from Shohoz.com as well. All the launches arrive at Barishal Launch Ghat at around 5/6 AM in the morning.
Dhaka Shadarghat Launch Terminal, 2019
Dhaka Shadarghat Launch Terminal, 2019
Barishal to Guava Gardens/ Floating Markets: From Barishal you may hire microbus, CNG or any other transport to go to guava gardens as well as floating markets. There are options for hiring Motorcycles as well. Well, in my opinion, if you traveling friends/ young groups hiring motorcycles is the best option.
Dhaka to Jhalakathi by Launches: Every evening two launches e.g. MV Tipu and Shundarban 2 depart from Shadarghat Launch Ghat at 6 PM. Details of launches’ are already given BD-Info. The same launches depart from Jhalokathi at 6 PM every day Dhaka.
Jhalakathi to Guava Gardens/ Floating Markets: Once you will arrive at Jhalakathi, you may hire Motorcycle(s)/ Auto-rickshaw for traveling around the gardens and floating markets. The motorcycle is a good means for traveling from one place to another, but for strolling inside guava gardens and markets you will have to hire boats/ trawlers.
Traveling by Boat/ Trawlers Inside Guava Gardens/ Floating Markets: Well, once you got yourself at Jhalakathi, the best thing to do is getting inside guava gardens and markets. For that, you have to hire boats/ trawlers to move around the guava gardens and floating markets. As we have already said there is a number of markets there, but the biggest and the best is at Bhimruli.
Bhimruli Floating Guava Market, 2019
Bhimruli Floating Guava Market, 2019
Dhaka to Jhalokathi by Bus: There is no direct bus from Dhaka to Guava Gardens/ Floating Markets. You may take a bus from Gabtoli Bus Stand, Dhaka and come directly to Jhalokathi or Barishal. Whether Barishal or Jhalokathi, in both cases you to make additional journeys to Guava Gardens/ floating markets from Barishal by hired microbus, CNG, auto-rickshaw or motorcycle, etc.
Best time to Go to Guava Garden/ Floating Market
At the beginning of July guava gardens and floating, markets start getting lively. Farmers pick guava in the early morning and start coming to the floating markets by boat around 8 AM. You should try to be in the market around 9/10 AM (except Friday). The market usually continues up to 11 AM/ 12 PM. The season ends at the beginning/ mid of September.
Attractions in and Around Guava Gardens/ Floating Market
Apart from seeing the guava gardens, floating markets you will also enjoy the serene atmosphere of the 200 years old villages. The Boat Market at Atghar Kuriana is also a major attraction here. However, the boat market held only on Monday and Wednesday. You may also pay a visit to Guthia Mosque.
What to Eat in Guava Gardens/ Floating Market
There are many make-shift arrangements for traditional local food in the area. Most of these shops/ stalls are being erected during the season only. However, we would recommend you pay a visit to ‘Boudir Bhashoman Hotel’. Boudi herself cooks, her husband manages the cash and her other family members do the serving. They may not serve world-class foods but they do cook and serve very passionately.
Boudi, her Husband and their Foods
Boudir Bhashoman Hotel
Where to Stay for Traveling to Guava Gardens/ Floating Markets
If you want to stay the night, you will find cheap hotels in Jhalokathi. You may also liaise with Jhalokathi District Administration to stay at Circuit House. If you want to stay at an upscale hotel, you may stay at Hotel Grand Park in Barishal.
Special Tips for Traveling
It’s better to travel by launch rather than the bus in groups (small group).
While traveling by boat must wear a lifejacket.
Seek permission from the owner, if you want to eat Guava in the garden.
Must-try local foods and sweets.
Respect locals.
Do not litter the area or throw any waste in the water or any other place.
Do not travel around with loud music.
There are many low bridges. While traveling by boat/ trawlers watch your head.
Special Tips for Photography
For photographing inside guava gardens we would suggest going inside the garden as early as possible after the daybreak.
When you would hire your motorcycle or auto-rickshaw in a way so that he takes you to the gardens.
For photographing at the floating market, hire a small boat hourly basis.
If u plan for Drone Photography please do take additional charged batteries or car chargers.
Most importantly, respect people. For your one photograph, do not create a ground so that people hate photographers.
We all love traveling and exploring new places. Considering every other tourist destinations in Bangladesh, Guava Gardens and Floating Markets are relatively new inclusion in the list. We plea to everyone to be a little caring and cautious so that our actions do not make this place another garbage.
In the end, we would like to recommend this place as a ‘Must Go‘ place. We hope, this content provides you every detail you were looking for traveling to ‘backwater’ of Bangladesh.
Kuwait Motor Town is a motor racing circuit in Kuwait, located 56 km (35 mi) south of the capital Kuwait City. The circuit was penned by Formula One circuit designer Hermann Tilke in early 2017. Construction was undertaken by KCC Engineering and Contracting Company which was completed in December 2018 with the circuit opening in 2019. Further development around the circuit is set to take place, including an “Entertainment City”.
KMT at Night
Motocross Track
Drag Racing Track
Grand Stand and GP Track
Kuwait Motor Town ‘Kuwait Motor Town (KMT) is one of the largest motorsport destinations in the worldwide (2.6 million-meter), it is one of Amiri Diwan national projects. KMT offers nine different disciplines of motorsport competition, Grand Prix, Drag Racing, Rallycross, Motocross, Karting, Drifting, and Off-Road areas.’
The Motor Town already started hosting various racing events including the various motor show. Details of the events are always updated on their official website. You may follow their Instagram as well for updates.
During the last couple of weekends, KMT hosted back to back a number of events like International Motocross Championship, International Drag Racing, GP Track Open Track Day, etc. Besides, often various car companies arrange car show of their brands.
We have witnessed the last few events and we were really amazed. Out of all the events International Drag Racing was the best.
However, Motorcross and GP Track race were also worth watching. We recommend regular check the event calendar and if possible witness any of the events. If you are traveling to Kuwait and there are events at the track it’s a must thing to do.
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For getting there, you have no option other than driving your own car or renting one (if you are traveling). Well, one very important tip for getting there does not get misguided by the google maps. Google unnecessarily will make you turn here and there instead of taking to the right place (Here is the location). In the end, it will take you to the wrong side of the road, which means you have to drive another 15/20 Km to get to the right point. So, the point is while following road 40, do not alter your road when Google prompts you to do so.
These are all we had to write to you to help you. If you think this post is going to help others, please share and let others be helped.
You are also welcome to help us improve by writing your comment/ opinion in the comment section.
Dubai has become one of the most favourite tourist attractions in last couple of years. The city and the Dubai International Airport are so designed that many choose to take Dubai as their stopover option during long haul flights. Moreover, for most of the nations, visa and immigration process have been made more friendly to encourage people to travel to Dubai. Beside, taking a vacation in Dubai many choose to take one or two day tour to Dubai. And for them we are presenting today ‘One Day Travel Itinerary to Dubai’.
Choosing an itinerary for one day in Dubai is pretty difficult. You have to make a balance between your expectation, time availability and worth. As an example, you can watch spectacular sunset from Al Mamzar Beach.
Again you can choose to watch Dubai from “At the Top – Burj Khalifa” both during day and night. In that case, you have to get to the top of Burj Khalifa during day hour and remain till the night fall. So, you have to decide and choose according to your interest. This blog will just present few options before you, to help you deciding easily.
Let us clarify our point of view. There are many other tourist attractions like Legoland,IMG World of Adventure, Ski Dubai. etc. However, we were not much interested for this sort of attractions and did not explore any of those. So, if your interest does not match ours, you may check other resources for information.
Transportation
Public transportation in Dubai has been made super friendly by the government. You will have options of taking taxi or metro almost from anywhere to any destination. You will also have good options of renting cars from many agencies. However, if you have time constraint and want to make the most of it, we would recommend you to Dubai taxi. There are other taxi agencies e.g. careem, UBER, etc. But they are expensive. That’s more expensive than metro but that would save a lot of time. However, if you have ample of time try to avail metro wherever available.
Tourist Attractions
Lets consider you have one full day time and part of night time available in your hand. In such cases, we recommend you to travel to following tourist attractions:
Dubai Creek in the Morning
Dubai Creek is a saltwater creek located in Dubai. It is a fantastic place to realise and feel the vibe of old Dubai. You may take a boat ride at the creek and enjoy the ride witnessing the Arabian life along the creek. You will have options of taking your breakfast seating in any of the restaurant there.
Miracle Garden
From Dubai Creek go to Miracle Garden. However, Miracle Garden does not operate throughout the year. So, whether you would go to Miracle Garden or not depends on at what time you are travelling to Dubai. We have formulated details of touring around Miracle Garden in our another blog post here. Going there in the early morning before the sun become too harsh is better.
Tour Around the Deira, Gold Souq and Spice Souq
In case Dubai Miracle Garden is close and you have to choose other tourist attractions, we recommend you to take a tour around the Deira, Gold Souq and Spice Souq. Gold Souq is otherwise one of the major tourist attractions in Dubai and surely this is the best place to purchase gold in the world. Dubai Spice Souq or the Old Souq is a traditional market in Dubai. Stores in the Spice Souq sell a variety of fragrances and spices. Both Spice Souq and Gold Souq are adjacent to each other and you will be able to walk around both the places within 2/3 hours.
Dubai Creek to Dubai Marina Cruise
In case when you are travelling to Dubai, Miracle Garden is not operating; you should choose to take a cruise from Dubai Creek to the Dubai Marina. There are high speed ships routing along this route throughout the day. You may take one way route and go to other destinations from Dubai Marina. Dubai Marina is the largest man made Marina in the world, and we promise, you will love both the trip and touring around the Marina. During the ride you will see the Dubai Skyline, Burj Al Arab and Atlantis the Palm en route.
Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach
From Dubai Marina you can go to Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach. Due to time limitation we would recommend you to go to the beach and depart for your next destination after spending some time. This place is very beautiful one with deep blue water and white sandy beach.
Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo
From Jumeirah Beach you can directly go to the Dubai Mall for touring around Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. Both the place are very unique and you will love those. If you are travelling with kids/ children these places are going to be really meaningful to them.
At The Top – Burj Khalifa
We have already mentioned that you should go to At The Top – Burj Khalifa in the late afternoon so that you can see both the day and night view. However, we are listing here few important aspects of At The Top – Burj Khalifa.
This time slot is quite busy. So, get your ticket ahead. We recommend you to get your ticket online much before your travel date.
Usually it takes 45 mins or more to collect tickets, being in the queue and going to the 124th floor. So, calculate the time of Sunset and plan to reach at the top at least one hour before the sunset.
While buying tickets, you will notice that there are time slots and tickets are being sold accordingly. Take a note, once you reach the view point, no one is going to check for how long you are being there. That means, once you are on the top, you can remain there as long as you want.
Dubai Fountain
Dubai Fountain is the next destination for you. Definitely, you will watch the fountain show from the 124/125th floor of the Burj Khalifa. However, once you are in the ground floor, try to enjoy the water dance from all the corners. This is an amazing show. Remember the timing. The show runs usually from 6/7 PM to 11 PM. However, there are exceptions depending on the season and Ramadan. So, before going there please spend some time researching about it. It’s free. So, no ticket is required.
Dubai Mall
Dubai Mall is the 2nd largest shopping mall in the world by total land area. You may not be that much into walking around a shopping mall. But, once you are already here for watching Dubai Fountain, Underwater Zoo, Dubai Aquarium; you can always decide to walk around the mall. The mall itself has numerous world record in its belt. So, a walk around is really worth of time.
Tickets
In this one day itinerary you will need to get tickets for Miracle Garden, At The Top – Burj Khalifa, Dubai Aquarium, and Underwater Zoo. Get your tickets for Miracle Garden from the gate. It’s easy and usually there is not any big queue for that. For other places get your ticket from any online ticketing agencies. You will find good combo offers for all three. Usually headout always has good prices. However, you check the prices from other agencies and get your ticket.
What to Eat
Dubai has all the options of food for you. You will find all kind of cuisines of the world in Dubai. And in almost all the places they serve halal food. However, there are restaurants who serve pork, wine, whisky as well. For that, they have acquired special permission from authority and they are going to be expensive.
Where to Stay
If you are staying the night in Dubai, we recommend you to stay the night anywhere near/ around Downtown Dubai or Deira. There are numerous options of hotels ranging from luxury hotel to budget hotels around this place. Staying in any hotel around these places will help you for this itinerary. Everything, starting from varieties of food to all your important needs are available in these places and you will have lot of options to choose.
Top Travel Tips
For one day trip timing is crucial. So, plan beforehand and stick to your plan. Do not waste time anywhere.
Carry drinking water with you. You may also carry light snacks if you want to save time by not being stuck for food in any restaurants.
Choose your dress accordingly. Take a note of the weather. During summer it’s going to be super hot and humid. You will sweat a lot. So, carry 1/2 extra shirt/tops with you.
There are many options of taxi. Stick to Dubai Taxi. They are cheaper and super available everywhere.
Photography Tips
If you are photographing in any public places with people in in your frame always ask for permission.
Always check whether photographing is permitted or not. Dubai has very strict rules for photography.
Deira Gold Souq, Spice Souq and surrounding places offer excellent opportunities for photographing street and people.
For photographing in Dubai Miracle Garden it is better to go there in the early morning.
For photographing at any of the beach or if you are going for Desert Safari protect your camera from fine particles like dust or sand by using any scarf sort of thing.
Carry a tripod for photographing from the 124/125th floor of the Burj Khalifa.
You will also need a tripod for photographing Dubai Fountain.
Here, we come to the end of our blog. Hope this blog helps you to plan your trip to Dubai and make the best use of your time for one day. Well, if this helps you please let others to be helped by sharing and referring this post to others.
Camel Racing Festival in Kuwait is a living example of the extraordinary hospitality of Kuwait and Muslim Culture. Every year during winter (November to April) Kuwait Camel Racing Club arranges Camel Racing every Saturday and it is completely free to be there with light refreshment. The major attraction of this camel racing season is Camel Racing Festival, where camels from all GCC countries and some African and European countries participate. Camel Racing Festival of 2019 has been held from 09 February to 14 February at Kuwait Camel Racing Club, Al Ahmadi, Kuwait.
Getting There
Getting there is not a big issue. At least from the point of navigation, you can easily get there with the help of Google Maps. Here is the location pin. However, there is no public transport to go to the racetrack. So, if you have your own car, you can go there navigating google maps. However, there can be a situation where you are traveling in Kuwait and do not have your own car. In that case, rent a car from any rental agency.
Racing events usually start at 1 PM. However, if there is any special event, please confirm the time and details of the event from Mr. Ayed (ayedalajmi@hotmail.com) in advance to understand what’s scheduled.
Our Experiences
Our experience with the racing event was unique. We have been planning to get there for quite long but somehow it was not happening. At last, we went to the racing club on 09 February 2019 to watch Camel Racing. We all were very excited as it was our first experience to witness camel racing.
While planning to go there, we suffered from the difficulties of unavailability of information about the racing event. Like many other sports, cultural events information about this racing is a little scarce. I also wondered that many Kuwaiti are also not informed or maybe not acquainted with the event. However, that scarcity of information has also a good side. Considering the vastness of the event it is less crowded. It will allow you to enjoy the race.
We started from Farwaniyah at around 12:30 PM and we reached the site by 1:30 PM. After reaching there we initially went to a spot where visitors were having free camel ride. We insisted Arwaa have a ride but she was not interested. However, Tahsin really enjoyed the camel ride. Since her first camel ride in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India in 2015 she is having camel ride quite frequently.
Tom, Me and Tahsin at the racetrack
Tahsin enjoying camel ride
At around 2 PM food was served and we were astonished seeing the arrangement of the feast. We literarily were not ready for this. As we already said, information about the event is not much available, so we also did not know much about the day’s events. Our plan was to go to the track, witness some races, quickly return, and have late lunch. However, we grabbed our seats and had lunch. The food was really good.
Camel Roast during lunch
Arwaa enjoying dessert after lunch
At around, 3:30 PM race started. We all witnessed a few races together and then Arwaa got busy playing with many other kids at the place.
Arwaa playing with other kids
Arwaa posed with a drone at her back
This camel racing event was our first experience of witnessing a camel race and we all loved it. After witnessing total of 4 races we started our return journey before the nightfall. However, on 14 February 2019, we went again to witness the grand final. And I must say, we were lucky to be there at right time on the right day.
During the racing event, we noticed that technology is really easing up our life. The sign of technology was everywhere. In the marshaling point, officials were checking camels’ registration by an electronic device. There is no human jockey even. Literarily, robots with a whip have replaced the human. The camel trainer drives alongside the racetrack and controls encourages the camels by walkie talkie. He also controls the speed of the whipping to run the camel faster by remote. If you are going to this event you should try this off-road race as well.
Officials with their electronic device to check registration
Camels with robots at their back being lined up just before the race
We never knew about something like Camel Wedding. Fortunately, we saw many wedding events for the camels at the club during the festival.
A trainer standing with his newly wed camels
Camel wedding at the racing club
We have met Mr. Ghazy from Jordan. He is a renowned photographer and also works for Kuwait News Agency. Check Ghazy’s Instagram profile for amazing photos. during the race. He is a very senior photographer and I found him to be a very caring and generous man.
Me and Mr Ghazy at the Racing Club
Special Travel/ Photography Tips
Confirm the racing schedule including starting time and number of races.
Try to photograph from all the spots.
Place where all the camels gather before the race
Marshalling point.
Race start point.
Race finishing point.
Camel wedding spot.
If someone is driving for you, get some photos of the off-road race of the vehicles.
There is some watchtower sort of establishments. You may climb to the top of these towers to have a top view.
During the festival of big events, the club provides free food to all. However, during regular races, carry drinking water and snacks with you if you decide to stay for long. There are no restaurants in close vicinity.
Carry a scarf to cover your face and nose as a precaution.
Since, the event takes place during winter, check the weather forecast before going there and take precautions.
Safety is a big issue here. If you are trying to photograph the event, please remember your wellbeing and good health are way too precious. Do not run into the tracks for photographing while the race is on.
In the end, I must say, if you are living or traveling to Kuwait do not miss this unique event of Camel Racing Festival. Even if you cannot match your time with the festival, you can easily go to the camel racing club to enjoy the racing event every Saturday afternoon.
Well, if you find this write up is informative and helpful, please share and let others to be helped. Thank you very much for being here.
I am writing this blog about an ‘One Day Travel Itinerary to Muscat, Oman’ because throughout my life I felt this kind of one day travel guide is very important. During our journey across the world we often needed to take long/ short stop overs for various reasons. Beside, often we choose to take stop overs, essentially for two reasons; one is to travel cheap and the other one is explore something new en route. As you already know by now that today we are going to know about Muscat for one day tour. Let us consider that we have a full day from the morning till the night.
Every time I think of our trip to Oman I think of my friend Sufyaan. An Amazing guy. He really resembles Oman. Calm, quite, helpful and a generous man with outstanding human qualities. We always thank him from the core of our heart for his extraordinary support in Oman. Without his support our trip would not have been such nice and smooth.
Getting There/ Transportation
In muscat both public bus and taxi services are available. However, they are not always readily available. Sometimes, you have to wait for your taxi which will cost you time and for one day tour you cannot afford to waste any time. Moreover, if you rent a taxi for whole day it will cost you too much. On the other hand public buses are very minimal and may not serve your purpose. So, best thing to do to tour around Muscat is to rent a car from the airport from airportrentals or rentalcars. Few essential tips are given here:
You have to have an international driving license for renting car in Oman. However, you may also drive car in Oman with your country’s driving license subject to renting companies accept that. As per direction of Royal Oman Police you are good to go with your own country’s driving license.
Do not forget to carry your license with you. Because renting company will keep a copy of your license.
If you have GCC driving license, you will not an international license.
You will need a credit card to rent your car because beside charging the rent they will block some amount from your credit card to cover up any traffic violations. This blocked amount will be returned after 21 days if there is not violation by you.
Always book your car ahead. I mean before travelling to Oman. Otherwise you may end up finding that no cars available with the agencies.
I would prefer and recommend you to rent from any of the international agencies. You may get from any local agencies with cheaper price, but they are not always as professional and supportive as the international agencies are. I am saying this because I have experienced both the sides.
Places to Visit
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
This is one of the major tourist attractions in Oman. The magnificent architecture blended with Muslim heritage and modern art will mesmerise you. However, be very particular about the time. Non-Muslims can visit the Grand Mosque from 8 AM to 11 AM (Saturday to Thursday), while the library is open from 9 AM to 2 PM and 4 PM to 9 PM Saturday to Wednesday (On Thursday the library is open for the morning session only). Be respectful towards Muslim culture about your dress. Well, do not forget to come back at night to watch the spectacular view of the mosque at night with all the lighting and decoration. You may spend one hour to one and half hour here.
Royal Opera House
Royal Opera House, Muscat is the probable next destination you should go. We recommend you to go to this location after the mosque as it will be on the way to Mutrah (Check the map at the end). This is also an spectacular facility that anyone who is going to Oman should explore. There are two sides of the Opera House. One is the Box Office (main hall room) and the other part is the exhibition gallery. Gallery is situated on the other side of the road and you have to go there through the mall. You will need tickets for both the gallery and the box office.
The night view of the Opera House is also fascinating. If you want some quick bites, there are good restaurants available. Well, they are quite expensive. To cover both the places you will need approximately one and half hour. In the box office, you will get guide who will describe the facts about the Opera House.
Mutrah Souq
Mutrah souq can be your next destination if you are interested in walking through the shops with full of traditional arabian products. If you want get some staffs the first shop ‘Silver World’ is a good option for you. However, if you are not good at bargaining then you are going to lose. So, bargain. Do not be ashamed of it. Well, if you have been to already Grand Bazar of Istanbul, you know how these places run. Unlike, Grand Bazar rarely anyone will come to you and bug you to buy their staffs. You will have a decent walk along the alleys of the souq.
Mutrah Corniche
By the time you finish your tour around the Souq, I resume it will be afternoon. Depending on your time and preference you may walk along the Corniche or you may also decide to take the walk during late afternoon. Because you may not like to walk under the direct sun in hot and humid weather. However, what time you are traveling to Muscat is important in this regard. Well, you must take a walk in the evening along this Corniche.
Al Alam Palace and Forts
Al Alam palace is the ceremonial palace of Sultan Qaboos. It’s a huge property with two forts at two flanks. Neither the palace nor the forts are accessible for the tourist. However, you can have a walk around the premises of the Palace. After walking around the Palace drive/ walk to the seaside of the Palace to see the reverse view of the Palace. You will love the view I guarantee. Then drive all the way till the end of the road (see the map here). There is a parking. You may park your car and enjoy the beauty of the place.
We recommend you to come back at night at the palace and the rear side of the palace to see the night view and take photos. There are guards all around. They will not stop you for anything. But make sure you are not breaking any rules or making any chaos.
Kalbuh Park
We listed this place within one day travel itinerary because you will see a spectacular sunset from this place. Please be informed that you have option of driving to Corniche opposite to Riyam park also to watch sunset. But our recommendation is this place. You arrive here in the late afternoon but sufficiently before the sunset and enjoy your time. You can walk around and get some snacks from the food kiosk.
Arabian Sea from Kalbuh Park
Night at Kalbuh Park
Night Photography
After the nightfall, you can again go back to the Al Alam Palace both the palace complex and the rear side to do some night photography of the palace, forts and seaside view of the whole area.
From the palace complex you may drive to Mutrah, Souq area to walk around do some night photography. Please do not miss walking all the way end of the jetty opposite to the Mutrah Fish Market (check the map at the end).
Mutrah at Night from the Fish Market
From Mutrah you may drive to the Opera House and do night photography of Opera House at Night. The view is amazing. Try to walk to all the corners and sides to have photos from different angle. It is difficult to get a photos with no unwanted people inside the frame. But well, if you wait you will surely manage to get one.
Royal Opera House at Night
Royal Opera House at Night
From the Opera House you may drive to the Grand Mosque. However, calculate your time meticulously. Depending on your place of staying the night you may alter the place and go to the Mosque before the Opera House. Well, I am not sure whether you will be able to get inside the mosque complex or not if you are non-muslim. There are securities all around. But I hope you will be able to walk around and get through the main entrance.
Food
There are plenty of options for food. For any quick bites you will find fast-food chain restaurants in all the gas/patrol station. During your visit at the Opera House you may dine in Oman Sultan Chef. They provide good turkish food. In Mutrah there are plenty of options of Arabian, Chinese, Indian, Bangladeshi, etc food. We would like to make a special mention about ‘Royal House‘. We took our lunch/ dinner number of times here and they are amazing. They have good sitting arrangements outside the building. If the weather is good you may sit outside. The interior is also fascinating.
Dress
In Oman it is better to be little concerned about your dress. The people are very friendly but they are sensitive. So depending on your destination please be respectful to the tradition and culture of the locals.
Best Time to Travel
Oman is a country in the middle east with a vast coastal line. However, weather can turn very rough with extreme heat and humidity in the summer. If you have option of traveling to this country during the winter, better take that option. Well, whenever you travel, take usually traveling precautions e.g. carry water and drink a lot of it, wear dresses considering the weather, do not expose yourself to too much sun, do not sweat too much, etc.
Itinerary Map
Route Plan for One Day Travel Itinerary to Muscat, Oman
Hope this write up helps you in planning your trip to Oman or anywhere in the world with a long stop over in Oman. If it helps you please share and let others to be helped. Thanks for being here.
Spending a day deep inside Sharqiya/ Wahiba Sands in Oman is a must-to-do thing if you are traveling to Oman. There are numerous tour operators/ agencies who can book a desert safari for you. However, if you want to make the most of your money and time it is always better to do things by ownself. Well, before sharing our experiences and travel tips let’s know a little bit about Sharqiya/ Wahiba Sands.
Sharqiya Sands also Know as Wahiba Sands Just Before the Sunset, Oman 2019
Sharqiya Sands also Know as Wahiba Sands Just After the Sunrise, Oman 2019
“The Sharqiya Sands formerly known as Wahiba Sands, or Ramlat al-Wahiba is a region of desert in Oman. The region was named for the Bani Wahiba tribe. The area is defined by a boundary of 180 kilometers (110 mi) north to south and 80 kilometers (50 mi) east to west, with an area of 12,500 square kilometers (4,800 sq mi). Royal Geographical Society has documented the diversity of the terrain, the flora and fauna, noting 16,000 invertebrates as well as 200 species of other wildlife, including avifauna. They also documented 150 species of native flora.” (Source: Wikipedia). The area is approximately 200 km from Muscat through route 23.
Getting There
The best option for traveling to any place in Oman is a rented car. You can rent your car directly from airport once you arrive and again return before your departure. It’s better to book your car online from any of the rental agency like rentalcars, airportrentals, etc. Instead of going to the desert straight from Muscat it’s better to take a route like Muscat-Sur-Bidiyah-Nizwa-Muscat or vise-versa (Check map in TIPS). However, this route may vary depending on your available time in hand or your overall plan. I would recommend you to reach to your camp by afternoon from wherever you start. Coordinate with your hotel/ resort representative and manage your timely arrival. Do not forget to coordinate for your guiding arrangement. It’s a must do thing. Do not just rely on the Google Map. Signposts are of great help here.
Beautiful Road Towards Bidiyah from Nizwa, Oman 2019
Our Experiences of Desert Safari
Our planned route for our trip was Muscat-Jebel Shams-Nizwa-Wahiba Sands-Sur-Bimmah Sinkhole-Muscat (Check map in the TIPS). Accordingly on 23 January 2019 we went to Sharqiya Sands from Nizwa. However, in the morning we drove to Jebel Al Akhdar. After returning from Jebel Al Akhdar we had our breakfast. Thereafter, we quickly packed up and went to Nizwa Souq. By 12:30 PM we have started for the Al Wasil. The road is amazing and the view en route was also spectacular. Well, we booked our room with Arabiyan Oryx Camp and reached there by 3:30 PM. Their guiding (signposting) arrangement was ok and anyone would be able to reach the camp from Al Wasil.
Signposting Towards the Camp
Arabiyan Oryx Camp Entrance
Remarkable hospitality and professionalism of the staff of the camp amazed us at the first impression and it continued till the end. Here, I would make a special mention of Mr Arshad, the manager of the property. After doing necessary formalities we went our room and quickly got ready for the afternoon events. Meanwhile we fed our daughter and then started for enjoying the dune bashing and sunset over the sand dunes. Our guide Hamad was really an expert guy with good english communication skill. He gave us a wonderful experience and we will cherish our memories of the desert camp.
After all the bashing experiences we went to the view point for watching sunset. The sunset moments were magical and we all enjoyed it. Arwaa was so happy that she was running and crawling on the sand. We were so enchanted by the sunset view that even I forgot to take much photographs. Soon after the sunset we returned to the camp and started preparing for the evening.
After necessary refreshments we came to the common space in the centre of the camp. This common space had the arrangements of free tea, coffee and obviously free wifi. After spending some time there we moved for the dinner once it was served.
Common Space in the Centre of the Camp
Delicious Dinner Served by the Camp
After the dinner camp authority arranged a musical session in the common space. We all enjoyed that musical session. Everyone in the room enjoyed the amazing music of arabia. Well, our good time came to an end for the night. We returned to our room from there and slept for the rest of the night. Though, I had plan to do some star trailing at night but fortunately/ unfortunately it was a moonlit night.
Everyone Enjoyed the Traditional Arabiyan Musical Performance by Local Artists
In the morning, I woke up early to see the sunrise over the pristine desert landscape. However, seeing the sunrise was not easy. I practically had one of the hardest experiences of my life that I encountered for photography. In the early morning there was a crust of almost iced sand over the sands. With every single step I was breaking the crust and my legs were going deep in the sand up-to the knee. After fierce struggle at last I could reach the top of the sand dunes and within few minutes saw the sun started appearing in the sky. It was a magical moment. There were only 4/5 people on the top. And we all were mesmerised with the beauty of the morning sun. All the pain that I endured was really meaningful. However, descent was quick and easy.
That’s How I Climbed to the Top
Magical Sunrise Over Sharqiya Sands
I returned to our room, took shower and we all got ready for our next destination Wadi Bani Khalid. You may have a look on the article to know about the most beautiful wadi of Oman. Well, we had our breakfast then and thereafter we quickly depart saying good bye to all the amazing people of the Arabiyan Oryx Camp. Fortunately family of Mr Arshad was there in the camp and before departing we could say bye to his family as well. Thanks to Mr Arshad for his extraordinary support and the precious souvenir as well.
Mr Arshad Handing Over a Souvenir to Tahsin
Thank You Arabiyan Oryx Camp
Special Travel Tips for Desert Safari
Instead of directly going to Sharqiya Sands, take a circular route through Muscat-Nizwa-Bidiyah (Desert safari)-Sur-Muscat or vise versa. You may add or deduct places considering your priority.
This is the Route Plan That We Took. You May Take the Reverse One As Well
Try to reach the camp/ hotel/ resort before afternoon that means at least 3:30 PM. So that you do not miss the afternoon and evening activities.
Clarify from your hotel/ resort/ camp regarding your guiding arrangements to reach there. Whether it’s free or paid! Some resort/ hotel/ camp charges 20 to 30 OMR for one way guiding arrangement. Thats huge. On the other hand some offers free guiding arrangements from some point at Al Wasil at some given time. If you miss to get the convoy timely you may have to manage paid guiding arrangements.
If you are interested, you may select camps deep inside the desert like above 30/40 km. However, I have chosen Arabiyan Oryx Camp and I found that to be perfect. Not too isolated and again not again in the heart of the city. They had electricity, internet, hot water and all other amenities. So, before selecting your night stay arrangements please clarify every single details from the authority.
Hotel/ resort/ camps are looking for business. So, they are providing all the services in exchange of money. Please, clarify and be specific; which service you want and be sure how much you gonna pay.
In my opinion, taking a sunset ride is a must-to-do thing. However, you may also watch the sunrise. If you are ready to bear the pain of climbing the sandy hill in the freezing morning, you will be able to save some money. However, do not blame me for the pain though :).
If you have time take a two days tour here. Please, I repeat take a two days tour if you have time. I missed it. And I am sincerely thinking of going there again and hopefully will take a two days tour. In 2nd day you will have options of going 80/90 km deep inside the desert and spend a day with Beduin. If you want, you may spend a night with them as well. On completion, you will be brought back to the camp driving through the junction between the coast of the Arabian sea on one side and the empty desert on the other side. I wish I would know about this option before planning my trip to Oman.
You should get a scarf like any of the following for this safari in the desert. It’s really useful.
Hope this post will assist you in planning and executing an amazing desert safari in Sharqiya/ Wahiba Sands in Oman. If it does so, please share and let others to know about this post.
Dubai as city has transformed in last couple of years and has turned into one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. Once a desert city has now evolved as an iconic city with all modern facilities, source of entertainment and adventure, a handful options of to-do things, skyscrapers and many more attractions. Tourism industry has equally developed and travel to and forth Dubai has been really made affordable and easy.
We travelled to UAE in December 2018 during our Christmas vacation. My last trip to this amazing place was in 2013 and since then a lot have changed. I was aware of the developments that took place in last couple of years and I was waiting to be amazed seeing them live. Out of all the amazing places we have travelled to in UAE, the Miracle Garden remains as one of the top attractions to us.
We at the Dubai Miracle Garden, December 2018
Getting There
Taxi. Going to the Miracle Garden is not a big deal. As a whole you will have one of the best taxi experiences in the world. They are readily available at anywhere and at anytime. Try to get DUBAI TAXI not lexus or any other taxi service. DUBAI TAXI is the government run service and eventually the cheapest one.
Metro. If you want to travel cheap metro is the best option. However, till now there is no metro station near to the Garden. If you are traveling to the garden from Deira, old Dubai or any other distant places you can come up to Mall of Emirates Metro Station 4. From there you have to take taxi. Please keep in mind that it’s really time consuming. If you have time constraints like us, better to take taxi.
On our way to Miracle Garden by DUBAI TAXI
The Miracle Garden Facts
The Dubai Miracle Garden is a flower garden in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The garden was launched on Valentine’s Day in 2013.
The garden is the world’s largest natural flower garden featuring over 50 million flowers and 250 million plants. (Check Wikipedia)
The Dubai Miracle Garden operates from October to April and remains closed from May to September due to high temperatures.
In 2018 the garden opened on 1st November.
Ticketing
In Dubai you can tickets for anything and everything online. For online booking there are numerous ticketing agencies like www.getyourguide.com who provide you tickets in reasonable price. However, in my opinion in few places it’s better to get tickets from the counter. Saying ‘few places’ I meant places where you really can afford to get tickets being in the queue and there is no risk of being stranded seeing “no more ticket today”.
The Ticket Price of the is 50 Dirhams (AED) for the adults and for the kids between 2 and 12 years is 40 Dirhams (AED).
My Experiences of The Miracle Garden
Now let’s talk about our experiences of the Miracle Garden. We planned to go to the garden early morning so that we can return to hotel by 12 PM and prepare for the desert safari. However, for unavoidable reasons we were little late and we reached the garden at around 10:30 AM. Though we were little late yet luckily we did not need to wait in long queue. Just in few minutes we got our tickets and entered the garden. After entering through the gate we took our tour anti-clock wise. If you look at the map you will see the circular walkway all around the garden.
View of the Miracle Garden just after crossing the entrance
As I have already mentioned this garden has the highest number of flowers and plants, and for which they hold the world record. Well, only having millions of flowers and plants surely did not make the garden a miraculous one. The incredible planning, arrangements of the spots, decorations, making things with live flowers, maintenance, and everything else altogether made it a real Miracle Garden.
Dubai Miracle Garden
Dubai Miracle Garden
It will be unwise to try to prioritise any spot before other in terms of beauty. Every single of them were amazing. The umbrella walkway, floral castle, floral clock, emirates A380 aircraft, lost paradise, lake park, hearts passage, the mickey mouse, the big teddy bear whatever you name, every one of them will make you lost into them. Well do not get too lost into one spot and miss others upsetting your time plan.
Umbrella Walkway
Lake Park
Hearts Passage
Lost Paradise
Emirates A380
Floral Castle
Floral Clock
Well, we missed visiting the Butterfly Park due to time constraint. As we already booked our desert safari and did not want to miss that by any means, we fell back to our hotel without visiting butterfly garden. We quickly had our lunch and good ready for the safari. So, my top tip for Miracle Garden is to go there early morning if you have any other plan for the rest of the day. However, if you do not have any other plan, surely you can go to the garden in the afternoon and remain there till the night to enjoy the night view of the garden.
Special Travel Tips
Check the opening and closing hours carefully and plan your visit. (Also be sure about the operating date. Best way to confirm is from their official website)
In my opinion going to the garden in the early morning is better option. Because the crowd is usually less and you will have wonderful photos (less people in the frame and good light for the photos).
Make a checklist of all the attractions of the garden, whether handwritten or may be in the mobile or tab. Check the list while visiting the garden so that you do not miss any spot.
Take clock-wise or anti clock wise tour. That will also help you to cover all the places.
If you have child/children of my age (Arwaa is 2 years 4 months), do not forget to take stroller.
There are food stalls inside the garden where you will get drinks and snacks. Still, keep water or any other drinks with you.
A three hours tour is enough for the garden in my opinion if you can plan your tour methodically.
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page”
Saint Augustine
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