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Then and now: Dubai Deira Clock Tower through the years

July 19, 2026

By Expat Media

From marking Dubai’s first land link between Deira and Bur Dubai to becoming one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks, take a look at how the Deira Clock Tower has evolved from its 1963 beginnings into a modern icon with smart technology, dazzling lights and a spectacular fountain.

The Deira Clock Tower has been around since 1963. | Source: ARCHIVE
The Deira Clock Tower is the first land passage between Deira and Bur Dubai. | Source: ARCHIVE
The landmark features a gigantic timepiece by Omega. | Source: ARCHIVE
The giant watch is reportedly a gift to the late Dubai Ruler Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. | Source: ARCHIVE
In 2023, the landmark underwent a three-month major renovation that was completed in August that year. | Source: EXPAT MEDIA
The renovation saw the Deira Clock Tower upgraded with multi-coloured lighting and photographic displays. | Source: DUBAI MUNICIPALITY
The renovated Deira Clock Tower also features greenery and a smart fountain. | Source: DUBAI MUNICIPALITY
The Deira Clock Tower remains one of Dubai's most enduring and beautiful landmarks. | Source: DUBAI MUNICIPALITY
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