Last day of Barasti before it closes for refurbishment in Dubai - in pictures

  • Beachside Dubai venue Barasti is closing for refurbishment on June 22. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Beachside Dubai venue Barasti is closing for refurbishment on June 22. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Barasti has been a fixture of the Dubai nightlife scene since 1995
    Barasti has been a fixture of the Dubai nightlife scene since 1995
  • The venue at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark is closing for a major renovation
    The venue at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark is closing for a major renovation
  • It is set to reopen in 2027
    It is set to reopen in 2027
  • During its three decades of operation, the beachside venue has been popular with residents and tourists alike
    During its three decades of operation, the beachside venue has been popular with residents and tourists alike
  • In the years since, it has grown into a venue with multiple bars, a beach club, a restaurant and a space to host live music
    In the years since, it has grown into a venue with multiple bars, a beach club, a restaurant and a space to host live music
  • The swimming pool was removed during a 2014 renovation, but a 1,200-square-meter pool deck was added in 2017
    The swimming pool was removed during a 2014 renovation, but a 1,200-square-meter pool deck was added in 2017
  • Redevelopment plans include zones catering to different audiences and occasions, redesigned interiors and an expanded food offering
    Redevelopment plans include zones catering to different audiences and occasions, redesigned interiors and an expanded food offering
  • On June 21, people gathered at the venue for Barasti: Last Orders, an all-day closing celebration
    On June 21, people gathered at the venue for Barasti: Last Orders, an all-day closing celebration