Abra

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An abra ( Arabic: عبرة‎ abra) is a traditional wooden boat, made for transporting people, across the Creek  in Dubai – United Arab Emirates. They travel between the water station at Bur Dubai and Deira. The Abras depart every few minutes, and the fare of 1 Dirham and is paid to the ferry driver. Some are also purpose built for hosting dinner parties, leisure trip for tourists and so on.

Dinner Party @ Deira – Dubai

Posted in SundayStills &  Weekly Photo Challenge

13 Comments

  1. Ed
    Ed on September 20, 2013 at 11:43 am

    Cool shot..:-)

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  3. HansHB
    HansHB on September 21, 2013 at 7:41 pm

    Great post!

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  4. amar
    amar on September 22, 2013 at 2:52 am

    nice shot.

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  5. ladyfi
    ladyfi on September 22, 2013 at 4:44 am

    What an amazing ferry – so lovely!

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  6. Sonel
    Sonel on September 22, 2013 at 6:11 am

    Stunning shot! 😀

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  8. Dianne
    Dianne on September 22, 2013 at 10:59 am

    WOW!! Another stunning picture, beautiful. 🙂

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  9. Regular Guy
    Regular Guy on September 22, 2013 at 1:08 pm

    Fantastic shot, very good job.

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  11. shaduly.m.z
    shaduly.m.z on September 23, 2013 at 6:36 am

    fabulous shot…..great work

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  12. Sam Starr
    Sam Starr on September 23, 2013 at 7:45 pm

    Show Off !!!! LOL Beautiful………..

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  13. Henry G L
    Henry G L on September 30, 2013 at 6:42 am

    Beauty!! I loved the drama in the water. Dhow cruise is a beautiful experience to witness the colors of Dubai.

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