Dubai's Dazzling Dozen: 13 Spectacular Sights Guaranteed to Amaze

7. Dubai's Desert Hot Air Balloon Ride

Have you ever dreamed of seeing the sunrise over a vast expanse of sand dunes while soaring high above Dubai's desert? You no longer need to imagine. You may fulfil your goal for $350, which is less than the price of tandem skydiving in the city. Imagine an infinite array of red and orange sand waves that shimmer in the sunlight, creating a bizarre and magnificent scene that is home to a myriad of desert critters that would be difficult to identify from above.

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But there's still more! The hot-air balloon ride is more than just a ride. In addition to your adventure, there's a falcon display and brunch. You also get to participate in a 60-minute "air safari" that offers some of the most breathtaking views of the Dubai desert. This hot air balloon flight offers an incredible chance to take in Dubai's natural splendour, so it will definitely not disappoint.

8. Taxis with no drivers

With Dubai's autonomous taxis, a revolutionary project that made its debut in 2018, you may go into the future. The fleet consists of luxurious Mercedes-Benz sedans equipped with LiDAR technology, a laser device that continuously measures the separation between the vehicle and its surroundings. These robotic taxis prioritise safety over speed, so speed demons need not worry. Their top speed is 20 mph. Additionally, you and your friends may experience tomorrow's technology today with space for up to four passengers.

Hold on, though; although these taxis are autonomous, they still have a human backup. A "safety driver" is installed in the front seat of every vehicle. Even though the automobile can drive itself through the streets, this watchful person is ready to take over in an emergency. It's similar to having an angelic guardian that is skilled at parallel parking! Thus, you get the best of both worlds: a peek at autonomous driving in the future combined with the assurance that comes from human interaction alone.

9. $9.53 in gold showcased

The Mall of the Emirates in Dubai is home to this breathtaking sight: 250 kg of gold bars on exhibit! It is equivalent to 551 pounds of gold. Gold, estimated to be worth $9.53 million, is organized to resemble a shopping bag. This striking display is available at the mall's Jumbo store.

In addition to being beautiful to look at, the gold serves as a draw for customers into the business. This large gold exhibit was put up to advertise a Dubai shopping event. To make it possible, Jumbo Electronics collaborated with the Emirates Gold Refinery and another organisation known as DFRE. It's a clever approach to drawing attention, since the gold has drawn a lot of customers to the store.