Love photography, history and travel? Need an escape but can’t get away? Then grab the camera and head to Ibn Battuta Mall to discover a whole new world of adventure – and some of the best selfie spots in the UAE – for the chance to win up to AED5,000 in prizes.
Designed to reflect the travel experiences of legendary 14th century explorer Ibn Battuta, the world’s largest themed mall is a photographer’s dream, transporting visitors to a host of stunning locations celebrating tradition, art, architecture and culture in China, India, Persia, Egypt, Tunisia and Andalusia – without leaving Dubai.
Now, Ibn Battuta Mall is searching for visitors’ best photos through a ‘Summer Selfie’ social media campaign. Snap a pic, tag @ibnbattutamall on Facebook or Instagram for the chance to win Nakheel Malls Gift Cards every day until the end of June. Winners will be announced on the mall’s own social media channels.
Gail Sangster, Assets Director at Nakheel Malls, said: “With more than 21 million visitors a year, including global travel writers, professional photographers and influencers, Ibn Battuta Mall has an abundance of spots to create prized photos. And with travel currently out of bounds for most of us, it’s the perfect destination to escape to another world and experience history, culture and adventure.”
There are scores of stand-out features and hidden gems to photograph at Ibn Battuta Mall. Snap a selfie or create professional pictures at these top 10, or find your own favourite:
- Junk Ship at China Court: a model of the Chinese sailing ship on which Ibn Battuta travel for 40 days before arriving in Quanzhou,China;
- Central dome at India Court: featuring influences of the Taj Mahal, the Red Fort and the Wind Palace;
- Elephant clock, lovingly known as the giant elephant, at India Court: a life-size tribute to Arab engineer Al-Jazari’s weight-powered water clock;
- Al Jazari Castle Clock: at India Court: a stunning,8.5 metre structure reflecting the manuscrips of famous engineer, Al Jazari. The clock jumps into action every hour with moving musicians;
- Central dome at Persia Court: officially home to one of the world’s most beautiful Starbucks cafes, this 27 metre high dome features more than 6,000 square metres of mosaic tiles, complemented by a stunning chandelier.
- Monuments at Egypt Court: explore the ancient history of pharaohs, pyramids, hieroglyphics and temples with the feel of an Egyptian style bazaar;
- Papyrus columns at Egypt Court: 16 stunning, 13 metre high features reflecting the amulets worn in Egypt to convey freshness, youth and vigour;
- Lanterns and ceiling at Tunisia Court: recreation of the style and atmosphere of Tunisia, Ibn Battuta’s first port of call;
- Flying Abbas Ibn Firnas at Tunisia Court: a tribute to the man who tested the first flying machine in recorded history; and
- Fountain of lions and star-shaped ceiling at Andalusia Court: inspired by the AlhambraPalace in Andalusia, a land of art, poetry, architecture, science and learning – and Ibn Battuta’s final destination on his voyage of discovery.
Discover a world of beauty and opportunity – and great shopping and dining – at Ibn Battuta Mall. Open 10 am to 10 pm daily and 10 am to midnight at weekends. Call 04 390 9999, visit www.ibnbattutamall.com or follow @ibnbattutamall to find out more.
