Dubai, showcasing a vibrant blend of culture and community spirit, a market in Dubai has created a spice rangoli that is being described as the ‘largest’ rangoli in the Gulf countries. The spice rangoli will be publicly displayed at Waterfront Market from October 8th to October 26th.

This massive rangoli, measuring six meters in length and six meters in width, was prepared using over 60 kilograms of various spices including cinnamon, turmeric, chili, coriander, and cloves. All these spices were sourced from Waterfront Market itself.


‘Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment’ (DFRE)

This unique artwork has filled the market courtyard with vibrant colors and fragrances. It was officially unveiled recently during a special ceremony as part of Diwali celebrations organized across the city by ‘Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment’ (DFRE). The event was attended by representatives from DFRE and the Indian Consulate. Organizers stated in a press release that the event demonstrated the spirit of unity, culture, and community.

Dubai

Dubai is a modern metropolis and emirate in the United Arab Emirates, historically known as a small fishing and trading village. Its rapid transformation began in the late 20th century, fueled by the discovery of oil, and it has since become a global hub for business, tourism, and luxury, famous for landmarks like the Burj Khalifa and artificial Palm Islands.

Waterfront Market

The Waterfront Market is a vibrant public market located in Dubai, UAE, which opened in 2017 as a modern replacement for the older Deira Fish Market. It was designed to provide a more organized and hygienic environment for the traditional trade of fresh fish, meat, and produce. The market reflects Dubai’s blend of traditional commerce with contemporary, state-of-the-art facilities.

Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment

The Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) is a government entity created to position Dubai as a leading global tourism and retail destination. It is best known for organizing major city-wide events such as the Dubai Shopping Festival and Dubai Food Festival, which were launched to boost tourism and retail trade. Through these large-scale festivals, DFRE has played a pivotal role in shaping Dubai’s vibrant event calendar and economic growth.

Indian Consulate

The Indian Consulate is a diplomatic mission representing the Government of India in a foreign country, responsible for providing consular services to Indian nationals abroad. Historically, such consulates were established to foster bilateral ties, promote trade, and support the large Indian diaspora community worldwide.