The Lost Chambers, Atlantis - a gateway to discover the Legend of the Lost City of Atlantis

Have you heard of the legendary Atlantis? The continent of Atlantis disappeared into the ocean which scientists generally believed was caused by an earthquake related to gigantic underwater volcanic eruption. The famous Greek Philosopher Plato introduced Atlantis through his works around 360BC. Whether Atlantis is a myth or a fact is still a mystery up to now but it won't stop historians and scientists to continue their research with the hope to uncover the mystery. For the whole story please check this link: The Story of Atlantis.

While the resort (Atlantis The Palm) was under construction they were able to discover secret passages, their investigations revealed that in theory these could be a part of the Atlantis. Whatever they were able to recover they put them in display at 11 million litre marine home which they called The Ambassador Lagoon.

The Ambassador Lagoon- displays rare artifacts from a long lost civilization and home to more than 65,000 marine animals.

For more photos of the Ambassador Lagoon please check this link.

The Lost Chambers - Atlantis The Palm, Dubai made it possible for us to explore the mysterious ruins of Atlantis., it comes alive within the passageways and tunnels of The Lost Chambers.

The Lost Chambers is divided into 10 Chambers including the Navigation Room, Knowledge Room, The Abyss, Red Sage Chamber, Seven Sages Chamber, Blue Sage Chamber, The Workshop and the Generator Room.

Left picture: Navigation Room where the Sages will plot their travels for research.
Right picture: Knowledge Room Telephone is used by the Sages to communicate with the outside world, interesting right?

The Abyss - The Sages use this room to prepare for mining, it is the gateway to the mine that held rich minerals and treasures.  On the left is their Leather suit used for mining and on the right is the bronze and leather elevator to transport them to the mine which is at the center of the earth.

Technology Center- you are looking at their very interesting banking system! Yes you got that right. Through this equipment  the Atlanteans would conduct their business, depositing and withdrawing blue crystals which was their standard currency.  Cool huh! For a CPA, I find this so amusing!

Red Sage Chamber- The Sage used this room for astronomical studies.

Seven Sages Chamber -  you are looking at Atlantis' Organic Computer! Yeah you read that right. The Sage goes to this chamber to upload data from their exploration.  The computer was powered by the energy coming from the surrounding crystals.

Blue Sages Chamber- is the Atlateans martial arts training centre for self defense, this is where they prepare for battle. In the picture is few of their battle weapons, the Bone-Sword, Bow of Anshan and Might of Heroes Axe. 

Some amazing displays inside The Lost Chambers:

For more pictures please check this link.

The Lost Chambers may not own the largest Aquarium in the world but the drama behind it and us closer to Atlantis made it so special.

Ticket Price:

Adult: AED 100

Child: AED  70

Opening Hours Open daily 10.00am - 10.00pm

For further information please call +971 4 426 0000 or check their website.

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Dubai Skyscrapers, a sight to behold

World Tourism Organization reports that Dubai City is the #5 most visited city by international tourists arrivals for the year 2011 with 9.2M visitors. Dubai is well known as the global city and business hub of the Middle East, it is located on the emirate's northern coastline and lies directly within the Arabian Desert. Tourism is one of the most important strategy of their government to lure in fundings specially after the financial crisis of 2007-2010. A large part of the emirate's revenue now is coming from tourism as compared to other members of the UAE.

Dubai offers the best of everything, from the tallest building in the world (Burj Khalifa) to the world's largest malls, to world famous fountains, world largest artificial Islands, world class aquariums, world famous exhibitions and trade shows, ski resort, beaches, dune bashing, souks ,  their world class hotels and luxury homes (Dubai also ranks as the #1 for luxury homes in the world).

Just driving around Dubai is already an adventure, seeing these skyscrapers is already a sight to behold. Hong Kong may hold the city with the most skyscrapers with 292 above 150m, but Dubai holds the title of the city with the most number of skyscrapers above 200m!

Let me share some photos I have taken  while driving around Dubai:

Burj Khalifa, the tallest man-made structure in the world towering nearby buildings

Burj Al Arab, consistently voted as the world's most luxurious hotel standing proud

For more photos please check this link.



Check also other interesting things to do and see in Dubai:

-   Burj Khalifa, Dubai - The Tallest manmade structure in the world

-   Jumeirah Open Beach, Dubai

-   Ski Dubai, the first Indoor Ski Resort in the Middle East

-   Atlantis The Palm, Dubai

-   Souk Madinat Jumeirah, The Hidden Gem of Dubai

-   Dubai Desert Safari Adventure at Hatta, Oman Rd.

-   Dhow Dinner Cruise

-   Souk Al Bahar, Dubai

-   Global Village, Dubai

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Dhow Dinner Cruise, Dubai

Imagine yourself cruising in the chilly night of Dubai, in the open air upper deck of a wooden dhow, under the moonlight with live music, Arabian entertainment, sweet conversation and a hearty international buffet dinner. What could be better than that? What is Dubai trip without enjoying their famous dhow dinner cruise?

My Dubai based friend made sure we tried this dinner cruise and I am glad we did. Except that it is really difficult to predict Dubai weather early March, and we had a super chilly night! brrrrrr!! But we won't allow experiencing the cruise inside the air-conditioned lower deck, nah... it's not the same ambiance when you're on the upper deck. So I'd rather enjoy the open deck in spite of the cold weather than spoil the experience.

Night photography wasn't easy even if we are cruising at a low speed, it is just so difficult to get a good night shot without a sturdy tripod. So pardon me for sharing just a few shots:

Lower deck:

upper deck:

the amazing view:

And of course the company (with my friend and her mom):

For a price idea and package inclusion, check this link.

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Global Village, Dubai - One World One Village

Do you love to shop? Hmmm Let me see what's in my shopping bag, I bought an amazing painting from Africa, then pieces of clothing from China, colorful home decors from Spain and Thailand, a woven  neck warmer from India, and some giveaways from Egypt. Then went food tripping, a hearty snack from Philippines,  enjoyed some famous Syrian sweets  and a taste of famous coffee  from Vietnam.  And believe me I am not even half way done!

Well, I am talking about Global Village in Dubai. They offer 29 pavilions from over 42 countries like Iran, Europe, Sri Lanka , Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Morocco, Tunisia, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Egypt,  India, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Africa, Spain, China, and more! Aside from that they also have live performances by international artists, Dancing Water Fountain, A Fun Fair for the whole family with 38 rides and games, an Abra ride and after all that shopping and walking in their 17.2M sq ft land area is a chance to eat around the world with around 25 restaurants and cafes.

Few of the Pavilions:

Pavilions from India and Philippines

Pavilion from Syria:

China and Afghanistan:

Jordan and Iraq:

The Abra roaming around the village

 One of the many live performances:

The Fun Fair

The Dancing Fountain

Global Village has been operating for 15 years with around 6M yearly guests from all over the world. They are open for just a  few months in a year, recently from November 1,2011 to March 31,2012  which is very timely for my trip.

For this year they are now accepting applicants for lease opportunities, here's their contact details:

                you can call Global Village Call Centre on 043624114

                or contact via sales@globalvillage.ae

For us shoppers, for the meantime all we can do is wait for their next season, here's their main website for more info:  http://www.globalvillage.ae

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