| Stretched across 1.6km on a linear land scraper | | | | Authority and the Dubai Racing Club. Built |
| surface in the heart of Dubai lays the | | | | according to the vision of it key patron His |
| entertainment and sports mega structure that is | | | | Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al |
| the Meydan Grandstand and Racecourse. The | | | | Maktoum, the Prime minister of Dubai, the |
| newly revamped super arena sprawled on 67 | | | | Meydan is a fully integrated sporting complex that |
| million square feet of what was formerly the Nad | | | | houses 60,000 viewer capacity grandstand and |
| Al Sheba Racecourse is not just an iconic sports | | | | 20,000 tiered seating capabilities in addition to a |
| venue but a Dubai landmark in its own right. | | | | 1750 meter all-weather tapeta surface and 2400 |
| Opening its doors to the public in the late 80's, the | | | | meters worth of turf tracks. Other highlights |
| Nad Al Sheba Racecourse was a premier | | | | include a topnotch all-weather surface practice |
| thoroughbred horse racing venue, distinct for its | | | | track, horseracing amenities inclusive of jockey |
| turf course and dirt race track that stood at | | | | lounges, fine stables and receiving barns. With its |
| 2200 meters in length. With the capacity to house | | | | falcon-shaped 8600 vehicle car park, boathouse |
| 60,000 jubilant spectators, the Meydan is no less | | | | and VIP areas that afford unhindered view of the |
| impressive with its a state-of-the-art arena that is | | | | tracks The Meydan is easily one of the most |
| instantly recognizable for its cantilevered crescent | | | | spectacular racing arenas in the Middle East, if not |
| roof complete with titanium and solar panels. | | | | the world. Visitors in search of a comfortable |
| Home to the Meydan Marina, Meydan Museum, | | | | Dubai hotel close to its Central Business District will |
| Gallery, an IMAX Theatre and the world's premier | | | | not be disappointed with the luxurious Copthorne |
| 5 star track-side accommodation is also available | | | | Hotel Dubai. Ideally located near Creek Park, and |
| here. The venue of choice for the upcoming 15th | | | | just 10 minutes from the nearest airport, this |
| Dubai World Cup, the racecourse also serves as | | | | cosy rest is a home away from home for all |
| the headquarters of the Emirates Racing | | | | travellers. |