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Global Village, a member of Tatweer, is Dubai’s exciting and unique annual tourism destination and spectacular multicultural entertainment centre. Launched in 1996, Global Village made its debut on the Creekside opposite Dubai Municipality. It later moved to the Oud Metha area and then on to Dubai Festival City, until it found a permanent home in 2005 at Dubailand, the region’s largest tourism, entertainment, leisure and lifestyle complex.

From hosting 18 country pavilions in 1997, Global Village saw the participation of over 30 countries in 2008-2009. The number of visitors grew from 500,000 in 1996 to nearly 4.3 million in 2008-2009. The 14th edition of Global Village will run until February 27, 2010, and witness the participation of more than 45 cultures from around the world.

The attractions for this year’s edition include around 6000 cultural shows and performances, all inspired by the four elements of nature – air, water, fire, and earth, in addition to the following that are the highlights.

Etisalat is the official partner of the 14th edition of Global Village. Doors open at 4pm in the afternoon until midnight except on Thursdays and Fridays when it is extended until 1am in the morning. Mondays are allotted for families only. Tickets are priced at AED 10 each. For the disabled and kids below three years old, entrance is free. For more info about the events and shows, please call 04-3624114 or visit our website www.globalvillage.ae.