These old photos of Dubai show how much the UAE has changed

Over the last decade, with its bold architecture, sensational skylines, mega shopping malls, and cosmopolitan lifestyle, Dubai has become one of the world's top tourist destinations. 

Although the "city of the future" has witnessed a major transformation after the discovery of oil in 1962, it does have a rich heritage, despite the misconceptions people might have. 

Let's take a look at some historical photographs of Dubai before the boom: