[Dubai Public Library: General Statistics for 2004–2006]

Abstract

This entry presents statistical data on Dubai Public Library and public libraries in the Emirate of Dubai for the years 2004–2006, based on tables sourced from Dubai Municipality. The data cover visitors and members across several units and categories, including men, women, children, the Foreign Language Unit, and the Arabic Language Unit, in addition to membership by type and library location. The entry also records visitors by library branch, including the Central Library and the Hor Al Anz, Rashidiya, Al Safa, Umm Suqeim, and Hatta libraries, as well as data on books and periodicals available to the public and children’s sections. These statistics provide a quantitative basis for monitoring the development of public library services in Dubai, measuring usage, and analyzing the geographical and functional distribution of users and library resources.