Saturday, February 5, 2011

The City Of Skyscrapers

The sun was so bright when we woke up in the first morning at Dubai. It was as if we just closed the eyes and opened again into daylight. Here, our host had planned the day ahead for us.


In front of Burj Al Arab
Our first visit was to the extravagant architecture of Burj al Arab. Located on a sea reclaimed island out from Jumeirah beach, the fourth tallest hotel in the world is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. Its iconic structure is in the shape of a sailing ship, attributing the names “Arab Tower” and Arab Sail” for it. The book shaped projection from the building constitutes the dining area for its guests. However, in my opinion, the landing for helipad at the front of the hotel might save the grandeur from the evil eyes.More

The purse constrained us from entering the hotel.  So, we decided to take our next stroll to the beach near Burj Al Arab. We hadn’t planned to get into the sea. However the green and clean water was so enticing. Sayan and Shreya, the kids in our company, started getting uncontrollable with the sight of the water.

Shreya at the beach near Burj Al Arab
The beach was crowded with foreigners. The security guards were patrolling every now and then. It seems, sightseeing for bachelors is not allowed in this area. Also, most of the visitors to this beach are families who abide to the rules of swimming. It was very much unlike any of the beaches I’ve seen so far. The only thorn in this beach is the attack from Jelly fishes that can be mortal.

The afternoon sun was getting hot as we returned from the beach. During our drive back home I could see women driving, shopping and getting out together for shopping etc. All of a sudden I started craving for this freedom. I missed my friends at Bangalore, our shopping spree, my working hours and much more.

 Well, before igniting my aspirations further we reached back home and after a delicious lunch, I lapsed into a nap.

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