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Global Village closes after 80 days of fun
As the sun set on another season at Dubai's Global Village last night, it brought to a close 80 days of entertainment for millions of visitors.
- The numerous pavilions in the Global Village have attracted all nationalities keen to get a glimpse of different cultures in one hit.
- Image Credit: Asghar Khan/Gulf News
Dubai: As the sun set on another season at Dubai's Global Village last night, it brought to a close 80 days of entertainment for millions of visitors.
Fireworks exploded into the dark skies above Dubailand to celebrate the final night at the venue, which houses a myriad cultures in one destination.
The low-key finale included raffle draws for a Hummer as well as a week-long family trip to Florida, USA.
Its numerous pavilions have attracted all nationalities keen to get a glimpse of different cultures in one hit.
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