Land of exquisite carpets, empire builders, the ancient cities of Bam, Shiraz, Esfahan and Tehran, the Emam mosque, Xerxes' Gateway, storytellers, the Throne of Jamshid, the legacy of Persian history and the enduring popularity of its art has filtered through to every corner of the globe. All around the world, Persian carpets are a symbol of this country of magnificent ruins, glorious mosques, poetry, museums, calligraphy and paintings.
International City's 'Persia' stands in the heart of the residential district. With two, three and four storey buildings decorated with traditional Islamic domes and wide-spaced arches and windows, these beach and blue coloured facades lend the neighbourhood a most distinctive character.
International City, as its name suggests, is a true melting pot of the diverse nationalities and cultures that lend Dubai its modern, cosmopolitan air. Built to provide over 60,000 people with an affordable living experience, International City is divided into nine distinct residential districts, with low-rise blocks offering studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments.
Central District: Spread over 21 hectares, this district serves as the nerve center of the project. It comprises of 34 plots, where investors can develop their own projects (in line with International City’s themes and aesthetics). All 10 storey towers in the Central District will house retail outlets on the ground floor and each tower will have basement parking for 130 vehicles.
Forbidden City consists of a 240,000 square meter replica of the iconic Forbidden City in China. This development will host a variety of entertainment facilities, in addition to retail and restaurant outlets, public squares and authentic Chinese-themed displays.