Burj al Arab, Dubai

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Burj al Arab, Dubai

UAE: The iconic Burj al Arab ( ) - the world's tallest hotel at 321 metres (1,053 ft), on a made-made island off Jumeriah Beach, Dubai. Viewed from Medinat Jumeriah.


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