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Constellations Thesis Book by Nesrin Zidan

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Mushrif Park Historical Background

Mushrif Park is 5.25 square kilometre (1300 acre) family-oriented

park in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is located in the eastern part of

the city (near the suburb of Khawaneej), about 16 km (10 mi) from the

traditional center of Dubai. The park was created in early 1980s by Dubai

Municipality and was widely expanded and refurbished in 1989. It is considered

to be Dubai’s oldest National Park. The park’s rocky and green

nature remains intact and untouched by the city around it. The park was

initially used as an animal sanctuary for a short period of time.

Today it is known for more than just its nature and services. Al

Thuraya Astronomy center is a recent addition to its diversity. The astronomy

center at Mushrif Park was established some few years back.

This was founded in 2018 on the command of His Highness Sheik Mohammed

Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, to promote Arabian heritage and

encourage the research of aerospace technologies in the nation. The center

has the biggest telescope in the area, which is open to the general public for

viewing.

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