Uae Culture

UAE CULTURE Theculture of theUnited Arab Emirateshas a diverse, cosmopolitan and multicultural society. 1The countrys cultural imprint as a small, ethnically homogenouspearlingcommunity was changed with the arrival of otherethnic groupsand nationals first by theIraniansin the early 1900s, and later byIndiansandPakistanisin the 1960s. Dubaihas been criticized for perpetuating a class-based society, where migratory workersargon in thelower classes. 2Despite the diversity of the population, only minor and infrequent episodes ofethnic tensions, in the beginning between expatriates, relieve oneself been reported in the city. Major holidays in Dubai includeEid ul-Fitr, which marks the end ofRamadan, and matter Day(2 December), which marks the formation of the United Arab Emirates. 3 Emirati culture mainly revolves around the religion ofIslam, traditionalArab, and Bedouin culture.Being a highly cosmopolitan society, the UAE has a diverse and vibrant culture. The influence of Islamic and Arab culture on itsarchitecture,music,attire,cuisine, and life styleare very prominent as well. Five times every day,Muslimsare called to prayer from theminaretsofmosques, which are scattered around the country. 4The weekend begins onFridaydue to Friday being the holiest day for Muslims. MostMuslim countrieshave a Friday-Saturday or Thursday-Friday weekend. 5 This uniquesocioeconomic developmentin thePersian Gulfhas meant that the UAE is generally more than liberal than its neighbors. While Islam is the main religion, Emiratis have been known for their religious tolerance, andchurches,Hindu temples,Sikh Gurdwaracan be found alongsidemosques. However, there are noJewish synagoguein the United Arab Emirates. A cosmopolitan atmosphere is gradually growing. As a result there are a variety of foreign-influenced schools, cultural centers, and themed restaurants.