After the world’s tallest building, I love the contrast of a simple abra ride on Dubai Creek. The creek is one of Dubai’s oldest and most beautiful areas. For me, nothing can match the sheer joy of riding an abra across the creek for just one dirham at sunset, as the evening call to prayer is singing out across the mosque minarets.
Close your eyes and you could be back in the 1960s when the city began. You can even charter a private abra for £10/hour. At the other side you are met with the aromas of Dubai’s spice souk. It’s a great place to buy a little incense burner and a handful of frankincense, after which I’ll enjoy a walk around the beautiful old area of Deira, with its quirky alleyways and skinny alley cats. Talk about atmospheric!
