text: In the early 19th century , the Al Abu Falasa clan ( House of Al-Falasi ) of Bani Yas clan established Dubai , which remained a dependent of Abu Dhabi until 1833 .
simplified: Earlier in the 18th century , the Al Abu Falasa line of Bani Yas clan established itself in Dubai . The city was a dependent of Abu Dhabi until 1833 .