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    In photos: 9 things to know about Dubai's Al Fahidi Fort

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    In photos: 9 things to know about Dubai's Al Fahidi Fort

    Sheikh Hamdan announced initiative to preserve the historic structure today


    Published:  January 20, 2021 16:10 Karishma H. Nandkeolyar, Assistant Online Editor

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    Sheikh Hamdan
    Dubai is undertaking a new renovation project, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, announced on Wednesday, while recreating an iconic photo of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum (pictured above). The initiative would be to renovate Al Fahidi Fort, which is also home to Dubai Museum. Image Credit: Dubai Media Office
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    Al Fahidi Fort
    The Dubai Fort, which is at least 200 years old, is situated on the south side of Dubai Creek, in the Al Souk Al Kabir area. Here are 9 things to know about the historic building. Image Credit: Gulf News Archives
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    Al Fahidi Fort
    The Al Fahidi Fort was built in 1787 and served as the headquarters for the Ruler of the emirate. It was restored during the reign of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. Image Credit: Gulf News Archives
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    Al Fahidi Fort
    In later years, the fort turned into an arsenal for artillery and weapons. It was also used as a prison for the outlaws. Today, of course, it is a hot spot for tourists and UAE residents alike. Image Credit: Gulf News Archives
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    Al Fahidi Fort
    In 1971, the year when the UAE was founded, Al Fahidi Fort was officially inaugurated as the Dubai Museum and began showcasing the history and heritage of the emirate of Dubai. Image Credit: Gulf News Archives
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    Al Fahidi Fort
    In 1995, the second section of the museum located under the fort was opened, which contains exhibits and collections from the period before the discovery of oil as well as antiquities that were found in Dubai’s archaeological sites. Image Credit: Gulf News Archives
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    Did you know Al Fahidi Fort is featured on the Dh100 note? Image Credit: Pixabay
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    Al Fahidi Fort welcomed around 1.5 million visitors in 2019, bringing the total number of visitors to the museum since its inauguration to almost 17 million visitors from across the world. Image Credit: AFP
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    At the Al Fahidi Fort, you will encounter a number of inventions that the country enjoyed years before they became mainstream elsewhere. This includes an ‘air-conditioning’ system or wind towers (pictured) that were used to funnel air over damp walls, making homes cooler as it rushed in. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
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    The 4,000 square metres has a number of wings, including one that explains the history of pearl diving and astronomy. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
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