Providing evidences of Dubai in its ancient past, Heritage Village Hatta is the name given to this beautifully restored village located on the rocky Hatta Mountain. It is one of the best places to learn about traditional architecture, and Emirati lifestyle. This village containing 30 buildings can be traced back to a period of 2000-3000 years.

Unique features in the village are the Barsati homes and mud houses. Barsati homes is a concept of incremental spacing and runs parallel to the housing programs in the city and is considered as an effective housing strategy for the urban dwellers.

The two towers which are named as the 'two stones' were built as defense fortresses against foreign invasions. In addition to the architectural designs, the village also features early pearl diving traditions of the region. This diving village includes a museum that displays fishing techniques and marine traditions. Free demonstrations on pearl diving are also included for the entrance fee of visiting the Heritage Village of Hatta.

Before leaving the village after your cultural tour, make sure that a souvenir is purchased from the small souk in the village. This souk includes a small palm tree production house and a handicrafts house displaying a diverse range of crafts and artifacts. A quaint Hatta mountain restaurant that can be found at the Heritage Village of Hatta is an ideal spot to enjoy a meal after a wonderful tour.

This cultural Dubai attraction is about one and half hours from the city of Dubai which provides the opportunity of accessing it comfortably. While you visit these archeological sites opt to stay at Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai which is located within a few minutes drive from the Dubai International Airport.