Dubai: As visitors from all over the world arrive in Dubai to enjoy the ongoing 21st edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival, the emirate is dressed up to look its best, with citywide decorations that aim to create a charming and vibrant ambience throughout the festival. DSF 2016 runs until February 1.
Visitors will experience a festive atmosphere as they begin to ‘Unwrap The Exceptional’ during DSF 2016. They will be able to experience Emirati hospitality and share the festive cheer through a network of city illuminations and décor.
Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) and the organiser of DSF 2016, has ensured that citywide decorations during the event help make local residents and tourists feel welcome during the month-long celebrations.
City decorations have been a part of DSF from its very first edition in 1996, and this year it is no different.
The decorations featuring colourful lighting systems and a variety of decorative material cover Shaikh Zayed Road, the Dubai World Trade Centre area, entrance to Dubai International Airport Terminals 1, 2 and 3, Al Rigga Street, Al Maktoum Street, Shaikh Rashid Street, 2nd of December Street, Garhoud bridge, Al Maktoum bridge, Rabat Street, Deira Clocktower, Satwa Roundabout, Al Saif area, Heritage Village, Gold Souk, Al Fahidi District, Al Ras area, the Cargo Village, Al Khail Road, areas in front of Ittihad Street, Dubai Media City, Mall of the Emirates, and many other locations.
