Dubai is pronounced Dubayy in Arabic
Geography: The second largest of the seven Emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, Dubai is located on the southern shore of the Arabian Gulf. Dubai city is a bustling metropolis, while outside the city itself the Emirate is sparsely inhabited and characterized by desert vegetation.
Population: Current population approx. 1.67 million, set to increase to 3.5 million by 2010. 80% comprises of Expatriates - Arab, Asians, European, and others.
Climate: Dubai has a sub-tropical, arid climate. Rainfall is infrequent and irregular. Falling mainly in winter, it amounts to some five days a year. Temperatures range from a low of about 50 degrees Fahrenheit to a high 118 degrees. The mean daily maximum is 75 degrees Fahrenheit in January rising to 105 degrees Fahrenheit in July.
Local time: Dubai Time is + 4 Hours GMT or 4 hours ahead of the Greenwich Mean Time. GMT is used for all 24 of the world’s time zones.
Dubai lies between 55°16 East and 25°16 North.
You can get the right Dubai Time by dialling 140 (English) amd 141 (Arabic)
Language: The official language is Arabic, Arabic and English are commonly used in business and commerce. Hindi and Urdu are also widely used.
Religions: 96% Muslim, Hindu, Christian, 4% other
Country Dialing Code: 971
Internet Country Code: .ae
Currency: Emirati Dirham (AED)
Exchange Rates: Emirati dirhams per US dollar 3.67
Electricity: 220 or 240 volts AC 50HZ