Religion
Islam is the official religion of Dubai and the United Arab Emirates. It is one of the most liberal places in the Middle East and followers of other religions (except Judaism) are tolerated. Visitors are, however, expected to respect Islam:
- Don’t walk in front of somebody when they are praying.
- Don’t drink alcohol in the street or in public places.
- Avoid passionate displays of affection in public.
- Women should save their beachwear for the beach.
Visitors should also be aware of the special rules that come into effect during the holy month of Ramadan.
Reader Comments / Additional Information
In answer to the comment about legs showing. Personally I think it is better to cover. It avoids sun rays getting to you that could possibly cause cancer! Also I wouldn't want my husband looking at some other woman's legs! He can look at mine indoors. women are not there for other men to look at, apart from their husband. We have brains too and we are not all about skin. Islam teaches us that women are strong and beautiful and trust me there are way many more benefits of covering and being different than being subjected to "worldly fashion" judgements. Women you carry on covering. There is a beneficial reason why we were permitted to.
Watch the movie Obsession before visiting this city. Your dollars will go to terrorists.
I think that it is stupid for someone to two people in love to have to sleep in different beds, not only that but to have to keep your legs covered at all times. If you are beautiful let it show!
People don't fully realise what is stated in Islam for polygomy- it is stated a man may only practice it "if they can treat each wife equally." The reason this is stated is because it is quite impossible to do!- it is meant for putting a true Muslim man off!
Islam should remain the main religion in Dubai.
Never offer an alcoholic drink to a Muslim.
Muslim law actually says that unmarried couples can't share the same room. However in practice Dubai's hotels turn a blind eye to this.
The only mosque that non-muslims can visit in Dubai is the Jumeirah Mosque. You need to cover legs and shoulders.
Polygomy is still practiced in Dubai. Under Islam a man is allowed to have up to 4 wives. If they want another, they must divorce one. It's not so common nowadays and generally practiced by older men.
