A green oasis in the centre of the city, this pretty park hugs the new Dubai Canal (which has diminished its size somewhat) and comes with a jogging track, shady picnic areas with barbecue pits and a children's playground.
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Safa Park
Dubai
Transportation
- metro: Business Bay
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