Shopping: Ibn Battuta Mall

A new mall in town! The Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai opened for business yesterday. It covers an area of 501676 m2, has 275 retail outlets and a 3530 m2 food court. The mall is close to growing residential communities at the Gardens, Discovery Gardens, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Jumeirah Village and of course, the Dubai Marina. According to the ibnbattutamall.com web-site:

Ibn Battuta Mall is a shopping destination unlike any other. It is themed around the travels of renowned 14th century Arabian explorer, Ibn Battuta. The architecture within the mall's six courts reflects the most influential places Ibn Battuta traveled during his time, providing mall visitors an invaluable glimpse into the past.

I can't wait to try this educational shopping experience!