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Aerial view of a dense city at dusk with a tapering supertall tower.

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View of Al Wasl Plaza at night at Expo City Dubai.

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Expo City Dubai

Deira Gold Souq gold market in Dubai

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People enjoying the view during blue hour after sunset at the Jebel Jais mountains in Ras Al Khaimah.

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Abu Dhabi / UAE - January 3, 2019: Louvre museum in Abu Dhabi. View of beautiful Louvre exterior with waterfront and wooden sailboat. License Type: media Download Time: 2024-02-14T20:05:48.000Z User: bhealy950 Is Editorial: Yes purchase_order:

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Louvre Abu Dhabi

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Souq Madinat Jumeirah - Famous Tourist Destination in Dubai

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Madinat Jumeirah

Inner courtyard, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi, UAE, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-05-19T20:23:29.000Z, User: rhylton_redventures, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Lonely Planet, client: wip, other: Rhianydd Hylton

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

6 December 2025, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Zayed National Museum exterior with iconic falcon wing towers and visitors walking on Saadiyat Island, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-05-27T21:30:46.000Z, User: lonelyplanetmedia, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Comp Ingestion, client: Global Publishing WIP, other: Pia Peterson

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Zayed National Museum

A kite beach full of kite surfers in Jumeirah with the iconic Burj Al Arab in the background.

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Abu Dhabi, UAE - 13 december 2025. Interior of the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi featuring exhibition spaces educational displays modern design and quiet atmosphere for visitors, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-07-31T18:41:39.000Z, User: LP_NZhan, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: App Content, client: Lonely Planet, other: Nadine Zhan

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Natural History Museum

16 January 2025, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Group of tourists walking in the courtyard Qasr Al Hosn Heritage site, with the modern skyline in the background, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-06-17T14:53:07.000Z, User: pinkjozie64, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: DUBAI & ABU DHABI 12, other: Jo-anne Riddell

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Abu Dhabi,UAE, March 2021.Two arabian local woman dressed traditional black visiting The Great Hall of new majestic Presidential Palace, Qasr Al Watan,with security guard team on blurred background., License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-11-26T15:13:44.000Z, User: clairenaylor, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Online editorial, client: Abu Dhabi things to know, other: Claire Naylor

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A sail-shaped hotel standing offshore beyond a wide empty beach.

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View of a boat at the Suwaidi pearls water station in the United Arab Emirates.

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Greater flamingo's in the waters of the Wildlife Sanctuary Ras Al Khor, with the Dubai skyline beyond.
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Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

U.A.E. Dubai March 2022. Etihad Museum Building, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-05-21T16:53:37.000Z, User: lonelyplanetmedia, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Comp Ingestion, client: Global Publishing WIP, other: Pia Peterson

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, October 7, 2018: Manarat Al Saadiyat.Manarat, a high-tech center for interactive, local cultural displays & international exhibitions, plus theater. License Type: media Download Time: 2023-11-20T02:04:02.000Z User: mvm_lonelyplanet Is Editorial: Yes purchase_order:

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Manarat Al Saadiyat

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - FEBRUARY 03: A falcon is placed on a bench at the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital, on February 3, 2015 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital (ADFH) is located just outside Abu Dhabi. It is t...

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Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital

Abu Dhabi, UAE - October 10, 2014: Emirates Heritage Club and Heritage Village.
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Abu Dhabi Heritage Village

Dubai — August 2025
Al Fahidi neighborhood scenes
For Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront

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Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

Burj Park, lake Burj, hotels and skyscrapers in Dubai, UAE. Day 13 March 2020 License Type: media Download Time: 2023-11-20T02:03:50.000Z User: mvm_lonelyplanet Is Editorial: Yes purchase_order:

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Dubai, UAE - 05.19.2023 - View of a creek park and children city., License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-05-27T21:30:48.000Z, User: lonelyplanetmedia, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Comp Ingestion, client: Global Publishing WIP, other: Pia Peterson

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Children’s City

ABU DHABI, UAE - NOVEMBER 13, 2022: Abu Dhabi Skyline from Corniche. Abu Dhabi, Modern Skyscrapers and Landmark. Promenade in Abu Dhabi. United Arab Emirates, Middle East. , License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-08-03T17:26:26.000Z, User: LP_NZhan, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: App Content, client: Lonely Planet, other: Nadine Zhan

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April 5, 2019 - Abu Dhabi, UAE: Residents of Abu Dhabi enjoying and swimming at corniche beach, Abu Dhabi. License Type: media Download Time: 2024-01-25T15:30:14.000Z User: clairenaylor Is Editorial: Yes purchase_order:

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Dubai, UAE - August 18, 2023: The Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. License Type: media Download Time: 2024-05-29T06:32:21.000Z User: claramonitto Is Editorial: Yes purchase_order:

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Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

A solitary Arabian Oryx in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) License Type: media Download Time: 2023-11-20T02:03:53.000Z User: mvm_lonelyplanet Is Editorial: No purchase_order:

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Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve

Dubai/united Arab Emirates-11-24-2018:The buildings with an interesting architecture and design at the D3 Design District, Dubai., License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-07-29T16:24:08.000Z, User: LP_NZhan, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: App Content, client: Lonely Planet, other: Nadine Zhan

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Dubai Design District

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - January 3, 2022: People enjoy a boat ride while watching a performance of the Dubai Fountain at night, with the skyscrapers of Dubai in the background., License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-05-21T16:52:43.000Z, User: lonelyplanetmedia, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Comp Ingestion, client: Global Publishing WIP, other: Pia Peterson

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates – January 1, 2025: Fireworks light up the night sky behind the Dubai Frame as crowds celebrate New Year’s Eve in the city., License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-05-21T16:52:25.000Z, User: lonelyplanetmedia, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Comp Ingestion, client: Global Publishing WIP, other: Pia Peterson

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 01.05.2025: view of Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental:, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-06-17T14:53:07.000Z, User: pinkjozie64, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: DUBAI & ABU DHABI 12, other: Jo-anne Riddell

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Emirates Palace

ABU DHABI, UAE - November 7,2015: Formula Rossa, the fastest roller coaster in the world in Ferrari World amusement park at Yas Island - Abu Dhabi UAE. License Type: media Download Time: 2024-02-14T20:05:11.000Z User: bhealy950 Is Editorial: Yes purchase_order:

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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

A picture of the Founder’s Memorial in Abu Dhabi., License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-08-03T20:09:36.000Z, User: LP_NZhan, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: App Content, client: Lonely Planet, other: Nadine Zhan

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Founder's Memorial

Jumeirah Mosque in Dubai, United Arab Emirates in traditional Fatimid style, illuminated at night. License Type: media Download Time: 2024-05-29T06:32:21.000Z User: claramonitto Is Editorial: No purchase_order:

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Jumeirah Mosque

A man walks down the narrow alley in front of the Museum of the Poet Al Oqaili in Deira, Dubai, UAE
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Museum of the Poet Al Oqaili

It is the national tree of the United Arab Emirates, where it is known as Ghaf. The desert park of Mushrif in Dubai is home to many Al Ghaf trees., License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-10-08T14:42:11.000Z, User: katelyn.perry_lonelyplanet, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: wip, client: wip, other: Katelyn Perry

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Mushrif National Park

Abu Dhabi, UAE - 14 of June 2025. Small boat tighten at the marina opposite of the National Aquarium at Al Qana, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-06-17T14:53:07.000Z, User: pinkjozie64, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: DUBAI & ABU DHABI 12, other: Jo-anne Riddell

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National Aquarium

'Ras al Khaimah, RAK/United Arab Emirates - 09/28/2018 - Entrance of the Ras al Khaimah Museum in the morning sun with flags blowing.', License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-07-09T23:30:01.000Z, User: dermothegarty77, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Oman, UAE & Arabian Peninsula, other: Dermot Hegarty

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National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah

Abu Dhabi, UAE - September 10, 2025: Observation Deck at 300, Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, UAE, high-rise lounge with sunset city views, elegant dining and social gathering., License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-06-17T17:45:54.000Z, User: pinkjozie64, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Experience Dominican Republic 1, other: Jo-anne Riddell

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Observation Deck at 300

SHARJAH, UAE - MARCH 01, 2019: The Sharjah Art Museum is located in the centre of Sharjah city in United Arab Emirates or UAE, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-07-31T13:50:34.000Z, User: LP_NZhan, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: App Content, client: Lonely Planet App, other: Nadine Zhan

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Sharjah Art Museum

SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - FEBRUARY 25, 2018: Facade of Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization in a cloudy day., License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-07-31T13:52:19.000Z, User: LP_NZhan, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: App Content, client: Lonely Planet App, other: Nadine Zhan

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Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization

DUBAI, UAE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES. DECEMBER 2024.

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Neighborhood scenes. Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Understanding
BIT 2026

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Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding

DUBAI, UAE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES. DECEMBER 2024.

Spice Souk, Old Souk Market.
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UAE - Abu Dhabi - Umm Al Emarat Park - Palm Trees and City Skyline at Dusk

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Umm Al Emarat Park

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2019 04 27: Wahat Al Karama - it is home to a permanent memorial to the United Arab Emiratesâ€™ heroes â€“ soldiers, police, diplomats and civilians License Type: media Download Time: 2023-11-20T02:04:01.000Z User: mvm_lonelyplanet Is Editorial: Yes purchase_order:

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Wahat Al Karama

ABU DHABI - MAR 29: logotype of Warner Bros in front of entrance to the WB World theme park in Abu Dhabi on March 29. 2024 in United Arab Emirates., License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-08-03T21:50:50.000Z, User: LP_NZhan, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: App Content, client: Lonely Planet App, other: Nadine Zhan

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Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi

Yas Central, Yas Marina Circuit

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Yas Marina Circuit

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - January 28, 2025: The Lake Park with with ducks, geese and seagulls near Abu Dhabi Corniche walk promenade UAE travel landmarks, editorial image, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-07-09T23:30:01.000Z, User: dermothegarty77, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Oman, UAE & Arabian Peninsula, other: Dermot Hegarty

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2PK1R68 A view of the various levels of the modern take on the traditional, wood souk design. At the Foster & Partners designed World Trade Center shopping ma
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**RIGHTS MANAGED** A view of the various levels of the modern take on the traditional, wood souk design. At the Foster & Partners designed World Trade Center shopping mall

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World Trade Center Souk

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The Al Ittihad Monument at the Al Ittihad Park in Sharjah city, United Arab Emirates

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Al Ittihad Park

Skyscraper The Capital Gate in January 2015 in Abu Dhabi. United Arab Emirates, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-08-03T21:45:06.000Z, User: LP_NZhan, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: App Content, client: Lonely Planet app, other: Nadine Zhan

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DUBAI, UAE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES. DECEMBER 2024.

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Old Dubai
Bayt Al Khanyar Museum & Coffee Shop
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DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - January 10, 2026: Museum of Illusions in Dubai Heritage Area, Souk Al Seef, Dubai Creek, Bur Dubai, License Type: media, Download Time: 2026-07-31T13:43:39.000Z, User: LP_NZhan, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: App Content, client: Lonely Planet, other: Nadine Zhan

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Museum of Illusions

JBH95P Skyline of Abu Dhabi Al Reem Island with mangrove forest in foreground
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Reem Island Mangrove Forest

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Mohammed Bin Salim Mosque

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Abu Dhabi Global Market Square

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Al Majaz Waterfront

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Arabian Saluki Centre

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