Uae Culture

UAE CULTURE The elaboration of the coupled Arab Emirateshas a diverse, cosmopolitan and multi ethnic society. 1The countrys cultural imprint as a small, ethnically homogenouspearlingcommunity was changed with the arrival of otherethnic groupsand nationals first by theIraniansin the early 1900s, and posterior byIndiansandPakistanisin the 1960s. Dubaihas been criticized for perpetuating a class-based society, wheremigrant workersare in the set out classes. 2Despite the diversity of the population, only minor and infrequent episodes ofethnic tensions, generally between expatriates, have been reported in the city. Major holidays in Dubai acceptEid ul-Fitr, which marks the end ofRamadan, andNational Day(2 December), which marks the formation of the United Arab Emirates. 3 Emirati culture importantly revolves somewhat the religion ofIslam, traditionalArab, and Bedouin culture.Being a super cosmopolitan society, the UAE has a diverse and vibrant culture. The influence of Islamic and Arab culture on itsarchitecture,music,attire,cuisine, andlifestyleare very prominent as well. quin times every day, Islamicsare called to prayer from theminaretsofmosques, which are scattered around the country. 4The weekend begins onFridaydue to Friday being the holiest day for Muslims. MostMuslim countrieshave a Friday-Saturday or Thursday-Friday weekend. 5 This uniquesocioeconomic developmentin thePersian Gulfhas meant that the UAE is generally more liberal than its neighbors. While Islam is the main religion, Emiratis have been known for their religious tolerance, andchurches,Hindu temples,Sikh Gurdwaracan be found alongsidemosques. However, there are noJewish tabernaclein the United Arab Emirates. A cosmopolitan atmosphere is gradually growing. As a result there are a variety of foreign-influenced schools, cultural centers, and themed restaurants.