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5 Things NOT to miss around Ibn Battuta Mall - Exploring one of the world’s largest shopping malls

There are so many different attractions in Dubai and one of the main ones in the city is the Ibn Battuta Mall. Given below are five things you should not miss when you are there.

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Enjoy high-end bowling alleys

Bowling does not seem like an activity you would like to spend time doing when you are travelling. However, the bowling alleys that are at the Ibn Battuta Mall are known to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Step in and be awed at the unique bowling alleys with amazing interior structures that are exciting, modern, and interactive. If you are looking at lodging for when you come to Dubai you can look at a luxury hotel in Dubai, the likes of Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Dubai that's located right next to the Ibn Battuta Mall would be the best option as this is a great city hotel for a convenient stay.

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Experience state of the art movies

The Nova cinema is a movie theatre that has so many different theatres inside one space. However, these are not basic movie cinemas where you go and watch a movie and it becomes just another movie experience. These movie theatres have state-of-the-art seats, displays, and sound systems that make it a unique experience every time you watch a movie here. Not too far from many hotels and resorts, this is a place you can visit several times during your stay in Dubai.

3

Enjoy international cuisines under one roof

Even though you are in Dubai there is a food court in the Ibn Battuta Mall which has all types of international cuisines. From Chinese, Japanese, Italian, French, American, and even popular fast-food chains - this is a great place to come and spend a few hours if you want to take a break from shopping, or exploring. Apart from the tourists who come to the mall, you will also find a lot of locals at the food court as this is one of the popular places for youngsters to meet at.

4

Enjoy family time at FunCity

If you are travelling in Dubai with family or friends that have children there is a wonderful attraction known as the FunCity which is guaranteed to allow you to make wonderful memories with your children. There are so many different attractions and activities for kids they will completely get absorbed in their own world. If adults wish to enjoy some quality time by themselves you can always assign one or two adults with the children and the others can go explore the rest of the mall.

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Discover the inspiration behind the name

Ibn Battuta Mall is named after the famous explorer Ibn Battuta who belonged to the 14th Century. The Ibn Battuta Mall which is known to be the largest shopping mall in the entire world is segregated into six different parts which are Egypt, China, India, Tunisia, Andalusia, and Persia which are the six different locations the Arabic explorer visited. These locations have shops where you can purchase items that are unique for their own countries and it will seem like a world tour under one roof. The majestic Elephant Clock is another main attraction in the mall which is located in the Indian Court. This is a great location to take photos for your social media platforms as you will be able to see other attractions apart from the elephant clock.