The narrator visits the Dubai Frame, a 150-meter-high and 12-meter-wide structure made of concrete and glass, claiming to be the world's largest photo frame. He explains that the project was originally designed by Mexican architect Fernando Donis, who won a competition among 900 contestants. However, Donis rejected the offer to build the project due to disagreements with the Dubai authorities, who allegedly went on to build the structure without his involvement, leading to a lawsuit over intellectual property rights. The narrator explores the frame, which offers a unique view of the city, and discusses the controversy surrounding its creation. Despite the controversy, the Dubai Frame has become a popular tourist attraction and has received several awards.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The Dubai Frame is a tourist attraction in Dubai.
2. It is 150 meters high and 12 meters wide, made of concrete and glass.
3. The Dubai Frame is also known as the largest photographic frame in the world.
4. The frame shows the old side of Dubai on one side and the modern side on the other.
5. The project was designed by Mexican architect Fernando Donis.
6. The Dubai authorities held a competition for architects to submit ideas for new projects in Dubai.
7. Fernando Donis won the competition with his design for the Dubai Frame.
8. However, Donis rejected the offer to build the frame due to disagreements over the construction team and credit for his work.
9. Despite this, the Dubai authorities allegedly built the frame without Donis' involvement, leading to a lawsuit over copyright and credit.
10. The Dubai Frame has received several awards and has been recognized by Guinness World Records.
11. The attraction has a cost of 50 dirhams (approximately $13 USD) to visit.
12. Visitors can go up to the top of the frame and see the surrounding cityscape.