Dubai is known for being one of the most outrageous cities in the world. Home to the world's tallest skyscraper, robot camel jockeys, exotic pets, and the $1,000 cupcake, this city is truly unlike any other. Keep reading to see what makes Dubai among the wildest and most lavish places you can go.
Luxury Ambulances
When you think of an ambulance, you probably imagine a box-shaped, red vehicle with room in the back for patients. In Dubai, you'll find ambulances like this one that aren't any of those things.
These luxury cars are made to zip past traffic and get patients to the hospital as fast as humanly possible. Incredibly, they also feature 60% of the medical equipment a normal ambulance has. Imagine getting to drive like one of the Fast and Furious stars for the sake of saving a life!
80 Falcons Riding Coach
Few places are as accomodating about birds on a plane as the United Arab Emirates. Their national bird is the Falcon, so don't be surprised if you see one riding the seat next to you in coach.
This plane had 80 falcons on board, each with its own seat! It turns out the birds belonged to a Saudi Prince, but even an average citizen would get to buy a seat for their Falcon. This may explain why people in Dubai are so used to bringing their exotic pets everywhere.
The Tallest Building In The World
The Burj Khalifa became the tallest building in the world upon its completion in 2009. It stands at a staggering 2,722 feet tall, which is more than half a mile in length!
Dubai is full of skyscrapers that stick through the clouds, but they seem tiny in comparison to the grand Burj Khalifa. Brave visitors can go into the building and travel up its 163 floors to see the most impressive views any building has to offer.
A Lush Garden In The Middle Of The Desert!
Anyone who has tried to care for house plants knows how challenging it can be to maintain just the right conditions for plants to thrive. This is especially true when it comes to elaborate gardens filled with various kinds of plants.
Somehow, genius landscapers managed to construct this lush garden in the middle of Dubai's desert terrain! This spot is called the Dubai Miracle Garden, and it really is a miracle considering there are 250 million plants here!
Skiing In The Desert
It used to be that snow sports were limited to certain climates and seasons. Dubai defied this limitation by building an indoor skiing resort right inside their Mall of the Emirates.
The stunning mall has over 2 million square feet of retail space and costs over $200 million to build. Now visitors can buy a bathing suit for the scorching weather outside on their way to sliding down the slopes at this indoor skiing facility.
Robot Camel Jockeys
Camel racing is a normal sport in desert cities like Dubai, but now these days the sport is more unique than ever before. After child jockeys were banned, tech geniuses discovered a safer way to mitigate costs.
They came up with jockey robots! These robots are fastened to the camels' backs and command the animals as a jockey would. Fans are so impressed with the effectiveness of these racers that some even place bets on them!
Ambulance Limos
Dubai residents have a variety of options to choose from when it comes to ambulances. One is this stretch limousine version, which comes stocked with all the bells and whistles of a normal ambulance plus plenty of room for passengers.
When someone finds themselves in the unfortunate situation of needing an ambulance, they can at least rest assured that their loved ones will be right by their side. Plus, limo ambulances feel luxurious rather than scary.
An Aquarium Inside A Mall!
The Dubai Mall is truly unlike any other. Case in point, it has an aquarium! It is one of the largest suspended aquariums in the world and features a 10 million liter tank. There are more than 140 species found in the aquarium, including over 100 sharks and rays.
Visitors can experience the 48-meter walk-through tunnel or a glass-bottom boat ride. Imagine doing some shopping and stumbling upon and giant glass wall with sharks on the other side!
Ferrari Police Cars
Being that Dubai residents are known for driving fast luxurious vehicles, police officers need something just as quick to keep up. That's why Dubai's official cop car is none other than the Ferrari!
We wouldn't be surprised if getting to drive a Ferrari motivated at least a few Dubai residents to pursue a career as an officer. You definitely wouldn't want to be in a car chase with one of these bad boys on your tail.
A Tennis Court Suspended 1,000 Feet Above The Sea
If you've ever thought to yourself, "Tennis is cool and all, but it'd be better in the air," then Dubai has just the place for you. The famous Burj al Arab hotel has a tennis court suspended 1,000 feet above the sea!
That tiny golfer in the photo is actually Tiger Woods preparing to hit a golf ball into the ethers. When the green disc isn't set up for Woods, it's a tennis court for amateurs and professionals alike, so long as you can afford it.