Dubai Marina is a carefully curated community located in the southwest part of the city, and developed by Emaar Properties. The renowned real estate development company has transformed the Arabian Gulf coastline into a highly sought-after modern neighborhood spanning 52,743,161 m2. Dubai Marina’s real estate includes hotels and over 200 residential buildings, such as the 88-storey Marina Tower, the 84-storey Ocean Heights Tower, and the Princess Tower, the world’s second tallest building with 101 floors of residential properties. Dubai Marina is one of the most prestigious and rapidly developing areas of Dubai, which is considered a residential and resort destination. The distinctive feature of Dubai Marina is its grand canal, which is over 11,482 meters long, with access to the sea at each end. There are many restaurants and cafes along the waterfront, as well as areas for walking, cycling and jogging. The community also has its own marina and is home to the Dubai Marina Mall, a shopping center with over 130 stores, a 6-screen “Reel” cinema, a variety of hotels and entertainment venues.