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Dubai / Attractions / Bastakia

The old district of Bastakia is an area noted for its narrow lanes and its wind-towered, traditional mud walled houses, some of which have been restored as private residences. In sharp contrast to the old houses is the Diwan Amiri (Ruler's Office) nearby. In the earlier days the wind towers served as air conditioners funnelling sea breeze and protecting the people from the mid-summer heat.

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