Traditional Arabic Dhow outside Dubai Museum. This is a fantastic example of the famous Dhow used up and down the Persian Gulf by traders, pearl divers and fishermen for centuries.

The boat is constructed of wood through traditional methods, no nails or other modern materials are used in its construction. The boat is sealed by tapping string into the gaps between the planks.

The boats are usually constructed be a father and son team who have passed their skills...
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Traditional Arabic Dhow outside Dubai Museum. This is a fantastic example of the famous Dhow used up and down the Persian Gulf by traders, pearl divers and fishermen for centuries.

The boat is constructed of wood through traditional methods, no nails or other modern materials are used in its construction. The boat is sealed by tapping string into the gaps between the planks.

The boats are usually constructed be a father and son team who have passed their skills down through the generations. It is still possible to find these boats under construction along the Creek in Dubai but sadly there are only a few Dhow builders left as people opt for a more modern and cheaper solution.
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