Dubai, 17 December 2007: Al Ghurair City will celebrate this Eid by offering visitors an insight into Arabic hospitality, art and culture.

Visitors to the family mall during the festive period will be treated to an assortment of Arabic tradition when they are served kahwa, or coffee, dates and baklawas, or sweets.

Shoppers will also get an opportunity to meet an Arabic calligrapher and get their names sketched in Arabic, as part of the activities to highlight Arabic art and culture. Shoppers can meet the calligrapher from 6pm to 10pm on Wednesday, December 19 to Saturday, December 22.

Mukta Sabharwal, Events & PR Coordinator, said:" Arabic art and hospitality is  intrinsic to the cultural and social fabric of Al Ghurair City. We welcome all our visitors to join us in celebrating Eid in a truly traditional manner.  As Eid is a time when families come together, Al Ghurair City is preparing to cope with the large number of families who are expected to spend more time at the mall during this period. The Eid celebrations cap a year of diverse programme of colourful activities and events that were staged at Al Ghurair City".

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Al Ghurair City
The first shopping mall to be opened in the Middle East, Al Ghurair City is today the premier quality family shopping destination, offering an array of exciting choices, features and facilities. The mall is a harmonious blend of enclosed and high-street shopping, exciting streetscapes, and provides the best of entertainment and food.  The Al Ghurair City experience has been culturally enhanced through its modern Arabic design and architecture reflecting the local heritage and traditions, while at the same time providing a modern setting that comes with comfort and convenience for shoppers. The range of well-known local and international brands at Al Ghurair City include Mexx, Guess, Levi's, French Connection, Jashanmal, Damas, Paris Gallery, Plug Ins, 2XL Furniture, Charme, Laurent, Verona, Sweet Lady and Hanayen Textiles,  and several more.

For further information, please contact:
Anosh Ahamath/ Reem Shamoun
BPG Public Relations
Tel: 04 2953456
Fax: 04 2951027
reem@batespangulf.com
anosh@batespangulf.com

© Press Release 2007