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Burj Al Arab Dot to Dot — Dubai's Icon in 66 Dots
Connect 66 dots to reveal the Burj Al Arab, the iconic sail-shaped hotel rising from its own island off the coast of Dubai. This easy puzzle is perfect for young learners practising number sequencing while discovering one of the world's most famous skylines.
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Fun fact: The Burj Al Arab stands on an artificial island and is one of the tallest hotels in the world!
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How to Solve the Burj Al Arab Dot-to-Dot Puzzle
The Burj Al Arab is one of the most recognisable buildings on Earth — a gleaming, sail-shaped tower rising from its own man-made island in the Arabian Gulf. Built to look like the billowing sail of a traditional dhow boat, it has become a symbol of modern Dubai and the United Arab Emirates. This 66-dot puzzle traces its dramatic curved silhouette. Find dot 1 and let's build this famous skyline together!
1–13 — The Mast and Tip
Start at dot 1 and connect through to dot 13 to trace the tall, curving mast at the very top of the building. This narrow section builds steady pencil control right from the start — a great warm-up before the wider shapes below. Encourage children to keep their lines smooth and slightly curved, just like the real sail.
Fun fact!
The Burj Al Arab stands about 321 metres (1,053 feet) tall, making it one of the tallest hotel buildings in the world. Its distinctive mast at the top even has a helipad, which has hosted tennis matches and golf demonstrations high above the sea! Read more on <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burj_Al_Arab" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Wikipedia's Burj Al Arab entry</a>.
The Burj Al Arab stands about 321 metres (1,053 feet) tall, making it one of the tallest hotel buildings in the world. Its distinctive mast at the top even has a helipad, which has hosted tennis matches and golf demonstrations high above the sea! Read more on <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burj_Al_Arab" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Wikipedia's Burj Al Arab entry</a>.
14–26 — The Curving Sail
Continue from dot 14 to dot 26 to sweep out the building's famous curved front — the part that looks just like a sail filled with wind. Children practise a long, graceful outward curve here, one of the most satisfying shapes in the whole puzzle. A slow, steady hand gives the best sweeping line.
Fun fact!
The building was designed by architect Tom Wright, who wanted to create a structure as iconic as the Sydney Opera House or the Eiffel Tower. The sail shape was inspired by the traditional Arab dhow sailing vessels that have sailed the Gulf for centuries.
The building was designed by architect Tom Wright, who wanted to create a structure as iconic as the Sydney Opera House or the Eiffel Tower. The sail shape was inspired by the traditional Arab dhow sailing vessels that have sailed the Gulf for centuries.
27–39 — The Back Support Frame
Trace dots 27 through 39 to draw the tall vertical support structure that braces the building from behind. This section introduces straighter lines mixed with gentle angles, giving children practice moving between curved and straight strokes in the same puzzle.
Fun fact!
The Burj Al Arab is not actually the tallest building in Dubai — that title belongs to the Burj Khalifa, which is over twice as tall! But the Burj Al Arab remains one of the most photographed buildings in the world thanks to its unique shape.
The Burj Al Arab is not actually the tallest building in Dubai — that title belongs to the Burj Khalifa, which is over twice as tall! But the Burj Al Arab remains one of the most photographed buildings in the world thanks to its unique shape.
40–52 — The Main Tower Body
Connect dots 40 to 52 to fill in the wide main body of the hotel tower. This is the biggest section of the puzzle, helping children build focus and patience as the recognisable silhouette really starts to take shape.
Fun fact!
Inside, the Burj Al Arab is famous for its enormous atrium — tall enough to fit a 590-foot-high open space, one of the tallest atriums in the world. The lobby fountains inside are choreographed to dance in time with music.
Inside, the Burj Al Arab is famous for its enormous atrium — tall enough to fit a 590-foot-high open space, one of the tallest atriums in the world. The lobby fountains inside are choreographed to dance in time with music.
53–66 — The Island Base
Finish the puzzle by connecting dots 53 through 66 to draw the base of the building and the artificial island it stands on. Just fourteen dots to the finish line — encourage children to complete the outline with a confident, grounded set of final lines.
Fun fact!
The hotel sits on its own private island, connected to the mainland by a curving bridge. Engineers had to build the island first, using sand and rock, before construction on the tower itself could even begin — the whole project took years of careful planning.
The hotel sits on its own private island, connected to the mainland by a curving bridge. Engineers had to build the island first, using sand and rock, before construction on the tower itself could even begin — the whole project took years of careful planning.
Wonderful — your Burj Al Arab is complete! Now give it a shimmering gold, blue, or sunset colour scheme to match the real hotel's dramatic lighting shows. Ready for another famous landmark? Explore more ocean dot to dot printables to keep the fun going.
Coloring Guide
Burj Al Arab: Classic Real-Life Colors
This familiar palette uses colors commonly seen on the real subject.
- 1–13 (The Mast and Tip): Crayola Scarlet — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 14–26 (The Curving Sail): Crayola Sky Blue — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 27–39 (The Back Support Frame): Crayola Goldenrod — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 40–52 (The Main Tower Body): Crayola Scarlet — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 53–66 (The Island Base): Crayola Sky Blue — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
Burj Al Arab: Soft Natural Colors
This lighter palette reflects a real sunlit or pale version of the subject.
- 1–13 (The Mast and Tip): Crayola Silver — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 14–26 (The Curving Sail): Crayola Tan — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 27–39 (The Back Support Frame): Crayola Sea Green — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 40–52 (The Main Tower Body): Crayola Silver — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 53–66 (The Island Base): Crayola Tan — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
Burj Al Arab: Bold Real-Life Colors
This stronger palette is inspired by real materials, markings, or painted versions.
- 1–13 (The Mast and Tip): Crayola Forest Green — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 14–26 (The Curving Sail): Crayola Brown — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 27–39 (The Back Support Frame): Crayola Orange — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 40–52 (The Main Tower Body): Crayola Forest Green — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 53–66 (The Island Base): Crayola Brown — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
