Dubai: From Desert to Megacity

Dubai went from desert village to futuristic megacity in just a few decades. But how did it happen

so fast? Back in the 1950s, Dubai was a small trading port with barely any infrastructure—just

fishing, pearl diving, and camel caravans. Then in 1966, they struck oil.

But here’s the plot twist: Dubai knew oil wouldn’t last forever. So instead of relying

on it, they invested in building a global business hub. They poured money

into ports, airports, and free trade zones—making Dubai a gateway between East and

West. It became a tax haven and a hotspot for international companies.

Then came the mega-projects: The Burj Al Arab, shaped like a sail Palm Jumeirah, man-made islands