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    9 Similarities Between Los Angeles And Dubai

    They may be on opposite sides of the world, but these cities have a lot in common!

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    by rohiti

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    1. Sunny Skies

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    Both cities have clear skies pretty much all year round!

    2. Sandy Beaches

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    The Pacific Ocean in LA - Santa Monica Beach

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    The Arabian Gulf in Dubai - Umm Suquiem Beach

    3. Dry Desert Climate

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    Los Angeles is going through a major drought, and most of Dubai's water is supplied through Desalination.

    4. Large Multi-lane Freeways

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    ... with lots of traffic!

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    5. Exotic Cars

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    From Beverly Hills to Emirates Hills!

    6. Complicated Junctions

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    "So to go right, I have to keep left..?"

    7. Very Literal City Names

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    To be honest, they do make life easier

    8. Lots of Palm Trees!

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    9. Modern Mass Rapid Transit

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    Los Angeles has the Metro-Rail and Dubai has the Metro!

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