One of Dubai's oldest heritage sites is the Al Fahidi historical neighbourhood, also known as Al Bastakiya. The district holds memories of an era that pre-dates the Federation of the Emirates, before the union of the Emirati tribes in 1971 and a time when the pearl trade flourished in the region. Discover what life in Old Dubai was like during the mid-19th century at the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Located along Dubai Creek, this district is an iconic heritage site that preserves much of its original infrastructure. The overall goal of Al Jalila Cultural Centre is to enrich children's cultural lives and prepare them for the future. The Centre offers a safe, joyous, and creative environment for children and their families. This reflects the Emirati and Arab cultural heritage, the creativity, vision, and expertise of renowned artists and other professionals, and the dynamism of the world that unfolds around them.