Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum

This destination is a museum that was once the royal residence of the ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum. The Sheikh resided in this building from 1912 to 1958. This is one of the key historical places in Dubai, as it is though this is where the vision of Dubai as a global city was first planned. The current ruler of Dubai was raised in this building, adding more significance to this attraction, which should be on the list of everyone visiting Dubai.

The main curiosity is that what is inside Sheik Saeed Al Maktoum House? You will head to the majlis downstairs, the dining room, kitchen, patio, and the bedrooms and balconies on the upstairs. In its pre-oil period, the house shows rare images of Dubai, along with works, lithographs, and pieces of art that capture the growth of the emirates. At Saeed Al Maktoum house collection of rare coins, prints, and historical records can also be found. Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum house was a national landmark and a local administrative center.

The splendid house is no more the official royal residence today. The Shindagha Museum has been converted and contains many ancient artifacts that demonstrate the life and time of the ruling Al Maktoum dynasty. In this former royal home, one of the best museums in Dubai and one of the most beautiful historical sites in the United Arab Emirates, you can find numerous galleries, objects, rare images, and much more to be explored.