Dubai's allure is unparalleled, renowned for its grandeur, luxury, and opulence that dazzles throughout the day, and the beauty of Dubai also reveals itself after sunset. The city's skyline transforms into a breathtaking spectacle with shimmering lights, earning Dubai the prestigious title of the world's most picturesque city by night, as recognised by long-haul travel specialists Travelbag.
Dubai clinched the top spot among 136 global cities, assessed based on factors like Instagram hashtags, light and noise pollution levels, and safety ratings for nighttime strolls. Currently, there are 27,387 Instagram posts tagged with the hashtag dubaiatnight, showcasing its stunning nighttime allure.
Moreover, Dubai ranks as the fourth safest city globally for nighttime walks. Visitors can enjoy Dubai's breathtaking views with a high sense of security, given its commendable safety rating of 83.4 out of 100 for walking alone at night. Besides, Dubai's rating for light and noise pollution scored 52.8 out of 100. This recognition solidifies Dubai as the most picturesque destination after dark.
While Dubai secured the top spot, Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, also earned a place in the top 10, ranking ninth. Abu Dhabi garnered 1,048 hashtags and achieved a light and noise pollution score of 48.5 out of 100, highlighting its popularity and environmental factors.
Top 10 Cities Are:
- Dubai, UAE
- Tokyo, Japan
- Muscat, Oman
- Singapore
- Hiroshima, Japan
- Kyoto, Japan
- New York, USA
- Sydney, Australia
- Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Taipei, Taiwan