These Things You'll Only Find in Dubai

Massive Expansion

Dubai is expanding as fast as the world will allow them to. But, the sheer number of people that are beginning to flock to the city has clogged up the public amenities faster than the officials expected. Traffic in Dubai is absurd, and there are not enough construction crews in the area to keep up with the expanding demand for wider roadways. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.