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Since the late 1980s, architecture of the United Arab Emirates has become renowned for its urban image, becoming highly westernised but still retaining elements of traditional Emirati culture. Architecture of the state is heavily influenced by the inflow of wealth that has resulted from the economic boom of recent decades. Nonetheless, recent ...
The Al Ain Zone includes city of Al Ain and all schools north of Al Ain until the Abu Dhabi-Dubai border, all schools south of Al Ain to Saudi Arabia, and all schools west of Al Ain until Al Khatim on the Al Ain-Abu Dhabi road. Finally, the Western Zone, known as al Gharbia, is the largest by territory but smallest by population.
Provision of education in the UAE began shortly after the establishment of the federation with the inception of the first university, the United Arab Emirates University, located in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi. Since then, the country has progressed with efforts of ensuring high literacy rates, modern programs and women's share in education.
The United Arab Emirates' architecture is influenced by Islamic architecture and Arabian architecture. [20] For example, the "barjeel" has become an identifying mark of traditional Emirati architecture and is attributed to Persian influence. [3] Emirati architecture reflects the traditional lifestyles and customs of the people.
United Arab Emirates Museum of the Future in Dubai. The Museum of the Future designed by Killa Design architecture studio and engineered by Buro Happold opened to public on 22 February in Dubai. [5] India Vishwas Swaroopam in Rajasthan. The Statue of Belief (Vishwas Swaroopam), depicting Shiva opens on 29 October in Rajasthan.
February 13 – Robert Geddes, 99, American architect, dean of the Princeton University School of Architecture (1965–1982) (b. 1923) February 17 – Peter Muller, 95, Australian architect (b. 1927) March 2 – Rafael Viñoly, 78, Uruguayan-born architect (b. 1944) May 30 – Paolo Portoghesi, 91, Italian architect (Mosque of Rome) (b. 1931)
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Postmodern architecture in the United Arab Emirates (1 C) U. Emirati urban planners (2 P) ... This page was last edited on 14 December 2022, at 14:49 (UTC).