Dubai, the city built on sand, can now boast an oasis of art culture. Art Dubai, now in its 11th year, has become quite the international art fair. Ninety-three galleries participated this year hailing from 44 different countries, showing over 500 artists.

An Art Week has been formed around the fair including Dubai's design fair aptly named Design Days, Art Week at AlSerkal, a warehouse district of art galleries, and a few pop up shows. Click ahead to see the highlights.