Dubai is set to transform its older neighborhoods and buildings into an “open museum of human heritage,” as part of a large-scale restoration project. The announcement came from the Executive Council of Dubai on Sunday, revealing that the second phase of the project will focus on preserving buildings and sites dating from the 1960s to the 1990s.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, emphasized the cultural importance of the initiative. “By protecting our heritage architecture, we seek to promote a deeper understanding among citizens, residents, and visitors of what has shaped the emirate into the thriving metropolis it is today,” he said.
According to a Khaleej Times report, the restoration will encompass 35 significant sites and buildings, including landmarks like the Deira Clock Tower, Rashid Tower, and the Dubai Petroleum Building, among others. These are in addition to the 17 archaeological sites, 14 historical areas, and 741 buildings already covered in the first phase.
“We have a responsibility to celebrate our history and protect our architectural treasures for future generations,” Sheikh Hamdan added, highlighting the project’s goal to preserve Dubai’s rich history.
