Al Jaddaf

Overview

Al Jaddaf is a neighborhood in Dubai, located along Dubai Creek. It is known for its traditional dhow boat-building yards, which showcase the city's cultural heritage. Historically, Al Jaddaf, which literally means The Rower, was used as a dhow building area and is also the location of the Dubai Ship Docking Yard (Jadaf). Al Jaddaf is also home to several luxury hotels, including the W Dubai Al Habtoor City and the Palazzo Versace Dubai. The neighborhood is currently undergoing significant development, with new residential and commercial buildings being constructed, and is poised to become a significant hub for mixed-use development in Dubai.

Additionally, the Dubai Culture Village, which hosts various events and exhibitions promoting local cultural activities, is located in Al Jaddaf. Mainly residential Al Jaddaf is the site of Dubai Culture Village, a development that includes sleek waterfront apartments and upscale boutique hotels overlooking Dubai Creek. Pop concerts are held at Zabeel Stadium, also the home ground of U.A.E. League soccer team Al Wasl, while Al Jaddaf's creekside promenade is known for sunset views of the Burj Khalifa. There are flamingos at Ras al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary nearby. Al Jaddaf has two metro stations, Creek (near the Al Jaddaf Marine Station on Dubai Creek) and Al Jadaf Station, both on the Green Line of the Dubai Metro, which is controlled by the Dubai Road and Transport Authority.