Dubai lies along the Arabian Gulf, over a distance approximately 72 kilometers long. The area of Dubai is 3885 square kilometers, equivalent to 5% of the country's total area, excluding the islands. The emirate's population is estimated to be 529,000 persons (1992). 
 
The town of Dubai is the capital of the Emirate. It is penetrated by a water creek known as Khor-Dubai, 10 kilometers long, dividing the town into two divisions. The Southern division, known as Bur-Dubai, comprises the Ruler's office, head offices of major companies, banks, customs, port, broadcast station and postal authority. The most significant land marks are the Dubai Trade Centre, the Zoo and Al-Jumeirah coast park. The Northern division, known as Diera, is the center of business traffic and
tourism. It comprises most shops, markets, schools, hotels, clubs and the Dubai International Airport. The two divisions are linked by the Al-Maktoum and Al-Girhoud bridges and Al-Shandagah Subway which passes under Al-Khor. 

Jabel Ali area is considered one of the most significant industrial and commercial areas in the whole country. It has the biggest free trade zone in the whole Gulf. It comprises the Dry-Dock, Jabel Ali Port, and the Dubai Aluminium Factory.The most important tourism land marks are Hatta district, Al-Aweer district and Al-Khwaneej.
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