Dubai: Global Village marks another festive season starting on Sunday with a revamped layout designed to provide visitors easier access to the pavilions.
With the incorporation of themes to represent four main cultures — European, African, Arabian and Indo-Asian — in its gates 1, 3, 4 and 5, visitors will find it more convenient to visit their preferred pavilions.
A member of Tatweer, the much celebrated cultural and entertainment event in Dubailand will run for 98 days until February 27, 2010.
Bigger and better
Global Village launches its 14th edition with the participation of more than 45 different cultures within 31 pavilions.
Other than the beautifully designed array of pavilions, this year's edition of Global Village also promises to be a well-rounded celebration with almost 6,000 shows and performances.
Highlights of these cultural performances include the thrilling Human Cannonball, the unique Chinese Flying Pole Show, the stunning pyrotechnics in Art of Fire, the energetic Bounce Trampoline Stunt Show, the splendid multi-cultural activities on the Community Stage, and the classic display of different heritages at the World Culture Stage.
Other key attractions include the gondolas that offer a remarkable scenic ride throughout the park's man-made canal, the cultural performances in front of the pavilions, the bigger and improved fun fair rides, weekend firework displays, and lots of amazing surprises every now and then, and especially during festive occasions.
Facilities
Global Village also boasts top quality facilities this edition with services including provision of twomosques, 20 restaurants, 29 restrooms, six ATM machines, three money exchange stalls, guest relation centres, ambulances, Lost & Found department, services for the disabled and a huge parking area that can accommodate almost 16,500 vehicles.
More so, special requirements for families are speedily and efficiently taken care of by courteous staff at the Global Village.
Security and safety of the guests have been given utmost importance.
Open till midnight
- Global Village is open to the public from 4pm till midnight except on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays when it is extended until 1am.
- Mondays are allotted for families only.
- Tickets cost Dh10 each, and a VIP Pack is also available.
