Al Ras Public Library
| Al Ras Public Library | |
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| Location | Al Ras, Deira, Dubai, UAE |
| Established | 1963 |
| Collection | |
| Size | Over 100,000 books; over 170 periodicals |
Al Ras Public Library (aka the Dubai Central Public Library) is the oldest library in Dubai, UAE, opened in 1963. It is located in Al Ras, Deira.[1]
Al Ras Public Library was the first public library in Dubai, inaugurated by Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum in 1963.[2] The library includes more than 100,000 books in a number of languages and over 170 periodicals. The library has an activity room, audio-visual facilities, a reading hall, and a separate section for children's literature.
The library announced that it was closing for renovation work in September 2019.[1][2]
The nearest Dubai Metro station is Al Ras on the Green Line.[3]
Nowadays, the library is one of a number of Dubai Public Libraries.[4]
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References[edit]
- ^ a b "Dubai's oldest public library closes for renovations". www.arabianbusiness.com. Arabian Business. 17 September 2019. Retrieved 22 May 2021.
- ^ a b "Dubai Culture Announces the Closure of Al Ras Public Library". www.albawaba.com. Albawaba. 17 September 2019. Retrieved 22 May 2021.
- ^ "Dubai Metro Green Line". Dubai Online. Retrieved 21 May 2021.
- ^ "Dubai Public Library". Dubai Culture. UAE: Government of Dubai. Retrieved 22 May 2021.