Founded in 2002, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is a financial hub located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With operations commencing from 2004, the centre’s main purpose was to foster development, progression and economical growth in the United Arab Emirates and the surrounding regions. The financial centre falls under a separate jurisdiction of the nation’s constitution, with independent commercial and civil laws. The centre also contains independent courts with judges taken from many countries including Hong Kong, Singapore and England. The DIFC is one of the most prominent buildings in the emirate and is not just a financial hub but is also something of a tourist attraction.
As can be expected of a holiday destination that doubles as a commercial hub, the city contains excellent infrastructure. When it comes to accommodation tourists can choose from a number of 5 star hotels Dubai. Tourists looking for Dubai luxury hotels with a good location can try the Millennium Plaza Hotel Dubai which is situated opposite the DIFC. When it comes to travel in Dubai renting a car is a good option. However, one can also rely on the public transport which is punctual, efficient and comfortable.
