THE PERFECT TRANSPORT SYSTEM

ROADS:
     Dubai has one of the world's perfect transport system.  There are some 6 + 6 lanes roads with  two walking platforms and service road inbetween.  On the pavements plants are grown with tube irrigation system.  The roads are really clean.  One cannot cross that broad roads.  One has to use bridges.  The bridge can be accessed using public elevators.  The entire road space is cement covered.  Hence, even though it is a city of sand (dessert),  One cannot see sand dust anywhere.  The bus shelters are airconditioned.

BUSES:
     One has to purchase 'travelling card' and load it with money (Dhirams).  Charging the card can be done at any bus stop.  In the machine, just insert dhiram-Notes, enter the amount; touch the card (RFID technology).  The money will be loaded.
     The buses arrive and stand properly adjacent to the platform.  (Roads,and bus stops are clearly marked).  One can easily board the buses.  Wheelchairs can easily move into the buses.  There is seperate space for a wheel chair in the bus.
     As soon as the bus arrives,one has to touch the illuminated circle on the dorr, then the door opens.  While boarding, the 'card' should be touched on the machine.  The coming bus stops are displayed and announced.  No conductor.  While alighting, the card should be again touched and the ticket amount is deducted.  In long distance buses, the large boot opens automatically when you get down from the bus.  You can take out your lubbages.  Bus doors are auto-controlled.
     Normally buses are on time and travelling is hassel free-use google map.
     Mostly cars occupy the roads.  A few bikes can be spotted.  Kids scooter, Limosine cars can also be seen.  People stick to their lanes properly.  Crossing pedestrains are given priority.  Hence, it is no wonder that accidents are rare there.

METRO:
     Metro is a vital transport system in Dubai.  The metro flies(runs) at the height of a five storey building.  The metro stations appears to be integrated with the road transport system.  The stations are designed to look pleasing.  The same 'card' could be used for metro also.  The passengers has to ascend to the first floor using fast escalator.  Then they have to swipe the card,enter and go to the next floor  and the platform.
     The platforms are closed hall.  The trains arrive swiftly.  Both the platform door and the train door opens simultaneously and automatically.  Passengers can smoothly walk into the train.  Door closing and next stations are announced and displayed in Arabic and English.  Elders are given seats.  Passengers behave politely.  The journey offers good view of Dubai.

BOATS:
    There  is a creek filled up with ocean's back waters.  Comfortable modern fibreglasss boats are available for public transport.  Still wooden boats are in use.  They just charge one Dhiram for crossing the creek.  Big cruise with dinner is popular in Dubai.
     Tram, monorail(even driverless)- public taxies are part of dubai's transport system.  A metro like  transport is also available within the Airport.
     Dubai Airport is also one of the biggest in the world.  It is a sight to watch.
     Developing countries could learn a thing or two or many from dubai's transport systems.
     In future, Dubai will go for air taxies, tube rain.  Wait for wonders.   
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