Their second phase focuses on restoring 35 sites and buildings dating from the 1960s to the 1990s.
Dubai is set to embark on a significant restoration project to preserve its heritage architecture and create an "open museum of human heritage."
The project's second phase will preserve 35 sites and buildings dating from the 1960s to the 1990s, adding to the 17 archaeological sites, 14 historical areas, and 741 buildings covered in the first phase.
Among the notable sites and buildings slated for restoration in the second phase are the iconic Deira Clock Tower, Rashid Tower, Dubai Petroleum Building, and Terminal 1 at Dubai International Airport. Other significant landmarks include the Dubai Municipality Main Building, Dubai Television Building, and several historic palaces and mosques such as the Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Palace in Za'abeel, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Palace in Hatta, and Al Fahidi Mosque.
Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, emphasised the importance of protecting the emirate's architectural heritage. He stated, "By protecting our heritage architecture, we seek to promote a deeper understanding among citizens, residents, and visitors."
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