In a significant move, Dubai’s iconic Sheikh Zayed Road neighbourhood has been officially renamed after the world’s tallest tower, the Burj Khalifa. Standing at 830 meters, the Burj Khalifa recently celebrated its 14th anniversary and dominates the skyline, overshadowing other renowned skyscrapers along the bustling Sheikh Zayed Road.
This renaming is part of a broader initiative by the Dubai Land Department, encompassing 28 areas. Among the changes, Motor City is now known as Al Hebiah First, Ranches has been renamed Wadi Al Asafa 6, Sports City is now Al Hebiah Fourth, and Al Quoz 2 has been renamed Ghadeer Al Tair.
The Sheikh Zayed Road stretch in Dubai is home to numerous buildings featuring apartments, offices, hotel apartments, and rooms. This area’s popularity stems from its proximity to prominent landmarks and key districts like Downtown, Business Bay, JLT, and Dubai Marina, making it a sought-after location for investors, renters, and tourists.
While the exact reasons for these name changes remain unclear, Dubai had recently introduced a new mechanism for naming roads. The initiative’s initial phase saw roads in the Al Khawaneej 2 area receiving names inspired by local trees and flowers, with Al Ghaf Street named after one of the region’s most popular tree species. Other streets in the area adopted names like Al Sidr, Basil, Al Faggy, Al Samr, and Al Sharish. The city continues to evolve and redefine its urban landscape, reflecting its commitment to innovation and progress.
