Al Ras Public Library

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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
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LocationAl Ras, Deira, Dubai, UAE
Established1963
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SizeOver 100,000 books; over 170 periodicals

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

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  1. ^ a b "Dubai's oldest public library closes for renovations". www.arabianbusiness.com. Arabian Business. 17 September 2019. Retrieved 22 May 2021.
  2. ^ a b "Dubai Culture Announces the Closure of Al Ras Public Library". www.albawaba.com. Albawaba. 17 September 2019. Retrieved 22 May 2021.
  3. ^ "Dubai Metro Green Line". Dubai Online. Retrieved 21 May 2021.
  4. ^ "Dubai Public Library". Dubai Culture. UAE: Government of Dubai. Retrieved 22 May 2021.


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