United Arab Emirates - Khor Dubai (Dubai Creek)

"Khor Dubai authenticity concerns primarily the actual waterway. The creek has preserved both its physical appearance and its economic and social function as main commercial axis linking Dubai with the rest of the Gulf. The development of the city along the creek has transformed the original sandy beaches were the boats used to rest into stone quays, but wooden boats (dhows) continue to load and download goods and to sell them in the city souqs, the only evident innovation being the replacement of the traditional sails with modern engines. The actual "spirit" of the place is still fully present and authentic, with the creek being the heart of the urban ensemble formed by the historic fort, specialized souqs, elegant mosques, lively residential quarters (Shindagha, Bastakia, Al-Ras) connected, functionally and symbolically, by the continuous cruising of traditional wooden boats (abras and dhows) carrying people and goods..."
Source: UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List

Multiview showing Khor Dubai - Dubai Creek. Thanks to Jessica for sending me this great card.