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7 Souvenirs That Capture the Spirit of Dubai Dubai is a city of incredible modern architecture, luxury shopping, and cultural heritage. If you're looking for souvenirs that capture the spirit of Dubai, here are some ideas: Dates: Dates are a staple food in Dubai and the Middle East, and they make a delicious and traditional souvenir. Look for high-quality dates that come in elegant packaging, such as gift boxes or tins. Arabic Calligraphy Art: Arabic calligraphy is a beautiful and intri …

SAND BOTTLE HISTORYSand bottle by Andrew Clemens, 1879In the 1860s to 1890s, Andrew Clemens a deaf mute born in Dubuque, Iowa, USA became famous for his craft of creating unfixed pictures using multicoloured sands compressed inside glass bottles or ornate chemist jars. The sand was collected from the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. The subjects of his sand bottles included ornately decorated sentimental verses, sailing ships, plants, animals and portraits.He exhibited his work at the S …