Joanna James
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, the holy Ramadan season is a time of the year revered by Muslims around the world. In the Gulf city of Dubai, there's a host of delightful things to do on offer to let you celebrate and engage in the spirit of love, sacrifice and devotion that is Ramadan.
Dubai's towering swanky shopping malls are something that almost every tourist in the bustling city looks forward to. During the month of Ramadan, many of these malls remain open late into the night, are far less crowded than usual and have a slew of seasonal offers up for you to claim, making it one of the best times of the year to unleash the yearning shopper in you and treat yourself to a slice of retail therapy.
Ultra-modern architecture, mind-blowing extravagance, lively metropolitan vibes — one fabulous metropolis that'll leave you enthralled — the exotic Gulf city is definitely meant to be admired. Hitting the night streets of Dubai during Ramadan is a clutch of city tour buses, inviting you to hop aboard for an exciting sightseeing experience in the vibrant metropolis under the night sky. The red-hued, open-top buses take you to some of Dubai's most popular tourist attractions and let you experience the most precious and fascinating treasures the peninsula city has to offer.
Steer clear of the gourmet buffet at your lavish resort and join the locals to treat yourself to a scrumptious Iftar feast. As the azure blue skies take a profusion of yellowish oranges and the gorgeous sunset takes over, Iftar is what all Muslims around the world are looking forward to, and the Arabian state of Dubai is no different. Iftar is the meal that breaks the fast during Ramadan and is eaten at sunset.
Craving a bit of adventure during your Ramadan in Dubai? Make your way to the Dubai Autodrome, where the Ramadan one-day community fun run sets off every year. Not only will you get to burn your festive calories, but all participants are awarded crafted medals and the chance to enter a very rewarding raffle draw.
A relaxing day at the spa is a wonderful treat at any time of the year, so why not pamper yourself to one during Ramadan! Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort and other hotels and resorts offer various rejuvenating treatments during Ramadan, including the experience of a Turkish hammam in Dubai, which allows you to pamper and revitalise your body, mind, and spirit.
A true believer that the pen is a mighty weapon, ventures into reaching the minds of every reader with the earnest hope of leaving an indelible stream of thought.
A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
