Al Satwa
Community in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
About
Al Satwa (Arabic: السطوة) or simply Satwa, is a community in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, comprising high-density retail outlets and private residential dwellings. It is situated southwest of Bur Dubai and borders Jumeirah to the north. E 11 (Sheikh Zayed Road) forms the southern boundary of Al Satwa. Notable landmarks include the Iranian Hospital, Satwa Grand Mosque and the Al Satwa bus terminal.
Originally, the residents of Al Satwa were mainly of the Baloch tribe. As the government provided better housing for Emiratis, only few Arabs continue to reside here. Al Satwa is known for its large and vibrant South Asian and Filipino community. It is often referred to as "Mini-Manila" by the Dubai Filipino community.
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