Lying on the calm, blue waters of the south-eastern Persian Gulf and flanked by a majestic desert, Dubai offers all-year-round sunshine and luxury along with the adventure of a unique Arabian experience. Dubai is the second largest of the emirates comprising the United Arab Emirates and is really two towns separated by Dubai Creek, an inlet of the Persian Gulf. Deira lies to the north and Bur Dubai to the south. Both districts are packed with traditional architecture and bustling souks. Some of the region's highlights include the Dubai Museum, the Grand Mosque and Jumeirah Archaeological Site.