Free access for public to attend Burj Dubai opening

Dubai: The public in the UAE can attend the opening of Burj Dubai on January 4, the fourth anniversary of the accession of His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum as Ruler of Dubai.

Major General Mohammad Eid Al Mansouri, Director of the General Department of Protective Security and Emergency Department at Dubai Police, said: "His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum orders the opening of the gates for the public to the opening ceremony of Burj Dubai."

"Now we are going to open three gates for the guests and public - the north entrance of the Burj, the south entrance from Souk Al Bahar and one through Dubai Mall."

The public will also be able to watch the opening programme from Burj Park Island, where there will be a stage set aside for the guests invited by Dubai Ruler Court, he added.

The gate to Burj Park Island will be opened at 4pm and will be closed once the space is full.

Are you looking forward to the launch of the Burj Dubai? When do you plan to visit the observation deck?