History Uncovered on Instagram: "In the 1960s, Dubai was a small desert town far removed from the global city we know today. Long before the discovery of oil transformed its fortunes, life here was simple and harsh. Most buildings were made from sand, stone, and palm fronds, and modern infrastructure was almost nonexistent. Electricity, paved roads, and high-rise structures were still dreams of the future. Widespread poverty shaped daily life for many families. The economy relied mainly on fishi