As part of its safety measures, the museum has announced that visitors will now have to reserve a specific time slot online prior to their visit in order to see any of its exhibitions. Everyone over the age of 11 must also wear a mask (visitors have to provide their own masks) and sanitizing gel must be used to disinfect your hands before entering the building. And since Mona Lisa is one of the main attractions that traditionally draws hordes of selfie-taking tourists, the Louvre has come up with a plan for people to safely enjoy Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece and snap a picture. Only two visitors at a time will be allowed in the room where the famous painting is displayed for about 10 to 15 minutes, leaving them enough time to enjoy her mysterious smile. And orange circles painted on the floor will indicate where to stand in order to take a selfie without breaching the social distancing rules of the museum. And once you exit the gallery, you won’t be able to go back.
In a city known for spectacle, Soul Kitchen in Business Bay stands out by doing the opposite. It whispers instead of shouting. Tucked away from the obvious hotspots, the restaurant has become a quiet cultural landmark — a space where food, art, and identity move together in harmony.
