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Abu Dhabi BAPS Mandir’s Diwali dazzles 60,000 visitors

Traditional dances and soulful music marked festive celebrations

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The temple welcomed visitors throughout the week, including Monday, when it is usually closed.

Thousands pedal down Sheikh Zayed Road for Dubai Ride

Smiles, selfies and the sound of spinning gears fill the cool morning air

Sheikh Zayed Road turns into cyclists’ paradise as thousands participate durring Dubai Ride 2025 on the second day of Dubai Fitness Challenge 30X30 on Sunday. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

See Dubai's iconic SZR turn into a river of cyclists

To ensure participant safety, temporary road closures will be in effect until 10am

The ride invites cyclists of all ages to explore Dubai’s iconic landmarks from the saddle.

Watch: How streets, malls, temples marked Diwali in UAE

55,000 throng places of worship as malls, gated communities also recreate festive spirit

Women take part in the Diwali prayers at the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi on Monday night.

Watch: Burj Khalifa's stunning Diwali display in Dubai

World's tallest tower displays messages in English, Hindi to wish UAE residents

Burj Khalifa's Happy Diwali wishes in English and Hindi

Why this Dubai man walked 3,000km from Armenia to UAE

While on his journey via Iran, Edmond Margaryan said he “witnessed the best of humanity”

From Armenia’s mountains to Dubai’s skyline - one man’s four-month walk turned into a mission of kindness that changed how he saw the world.

When will the Dubai Fountain dance again?

Find out the reopening date and the big changes behind the scenes

Dubai Fountain renovation: What’s changing and when visitors can see it again

Watch Blood Moon’s splendid timelapse over Burj Khalifa

Watch 8-second timelapse of Blood Moon magic gliding past world’s tallest tower

Blood Moon 2025 over Dubai’s Burj Khalifa: Stunning timelapse captured during total lunar eclipse

How to watch rare blood moon total lunar eclipse in UAE

Astronomy group lists its local event, global livestream, other top locations for Sunday

The Dubai Astronomy Group (DAG) is calling it an unforgettable night of astronomy and is hosting a mega public event in Dubai.

Early reopening for Dubai Fountain? Emaar responds

Videos and photos show the fountain basin filled with water

Dubai Mall fountain renovation work in progress

Watch: Burj Khalifa honours India@79 with tricolour

Towering tribute on world’s tallest building thrills Indian expats, other spectators

Spectators capture the moment as Burj Khalifa lights up in India’s tricolour to mark the 79th Independence Day.

Watch: Burj Khalifa glows for Pakistan Independence Day

Iconic landmark draws vibrant Pakistani community and well-wishers

Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa was illuminated with the Pakistani flag this evening.

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