UAE: 9 perfect spots to catch the sunset

These are the perfect spots in Dubai to see the day turn into night

Published: September 23, 2020 20:04 Nilanjana Javed, Senior News Editor

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You’ve never really experienced a place until you’ve met one of its sunsets. In UAE, the colours of dusk are like a tiramisu of orange, each layer a jewel. Here’s a look at the best spots in the city to bask in the cusp of day and night. | Above: A couple at Dubai Creek Harbour Development looking out towards the Burj Khalifa tower, center, and other skyscrapers in Dubai. Image Credit: Bloomberg

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Even on a dusty day, there's no taking away from the glass and steel giants reaching up to the sky in Dubai. Here's a photo of the emirate's skyline at sunset. Image Credit: Bloomberg

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When the sky turns orange, the city glows. The sun and sky turn backdrop for the tallest building in the world, Burj Khalifa, and skyscraper friends in Dubai. Image Credit: Bloomberg

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It’s a bit hypnotic taking in the setting sun from Jebel Hafeet mountain – at the border of UAE and Oman - there are jagged roads and dusty skies lit up with streaks of light. Image Credit: social media

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If you haven’t visited the new Bluewaters Island in Dubai yet, you’re missing out. The sunsets from this island are gorgeous, especially with the Ain Dubai in the background. Just walk to the island from JBR beach and enjoy the views. Image Credit: Archive

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It’s as pretty as a jewel, this amber sky. As day draws to a close behind the Burj Al Arab, head to Kite Beach for a picture perfect moment. Image Credit: social media

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The sunsets from Snoopy Island in Fujairah stunning too - it's something about the bright clouds of light drawing away from a peaceful sea. Magnificent. Image Credit: Via Instagram | @ameer_moosa

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Another great spot to watch the sunsets is Old Dubai. Make your way to Dubai Creek and hop on to an abra at golden hour to watch the sky turn 50 shades of orange. Hands-down one of the best places to watch the sunset in Dubai. Image Credit: social media

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A yacht cruises past the setting sun off the coast of the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. You can catch an insane view of the Atlantis Hotel early evening, just as the sun is about to set, as the famous Atlantis can be seen in the glow of the sun. Image Credit: Bloomberg

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Al Qudra Lake, an oasis the middle of the city, is home to wildlife, including over 130 species of birds and several desert creatures like camels and antelopes, which makes it a uniquely picturesque place to have a picnic or even camp. You can enjoy the sunset and can easily forget it among the high skyscrapers. Image Credit: social media

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