The Rise of Dubai – History and Future Ambitions: From Al-Idrisi’s Legacy to Modern Economic Evolution

The earliest documented mention of Dubai (Dibei) can be attributed to Muhammad al-Idrisi, who meticulously mapped the coastline of the United Arab Emirates in the tenth century AD.

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The Rise of Dubai – History and Future Ambitions: From Al-Idrisi’s Legacy to Modern Economic Evolution

The earliest documented mention of Dubai (Dibei) can be attributed to Muhammad al-Idrisi, who meticulously mapped the coastline of the United Arab Emirates in the tenth century AD.

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From 7000 BCE to the 7th century, historical records pertaining to the region encompassing the emirate and city of Dubai are notably scarce

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Al Fahidi Fort, situated in Dubai and constructed in 1787, stands as a testament to the historical evolution of the region.

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Notably, the renowned Venetian pearl merchant Gasparo Balbi acknowledged “Dibai” in 1590 for the exceptional quality of its pearls.

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In 1833, the Al Maktoum dynasty, descendants of the House of Al-Falasi, took control of Dubai from the Abu Falasa clan without resistance.

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From 1912 to 1944, Dubai experienced a succession of rulers before Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Hasher Al Maktoum assumed leadership in 1912.

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