The United Arab Emirates (UAE) occupies an area of 83,000 sq km along the
south-eastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula.
Qatar lies to the west, Saudi
Arabia to the south and west, and Oman
to the north and east. The capital and the largest city of the federation,
Abu Dhabi, is located in the emirate of the same name.
Four-fifths of the UAE is desert, yet it is a country of contrasting
landscapes, from awe-inspiring dunes to rich oases, precipitous rocky
mountains to fertile plains.
The United Arab Emirates, one of the world's fastest growing tourist
destinations, has all the right ingredients for an unforgettable holiday,
sun, sand, sea, sports, unbeatable shopping, top-class hotels and
restaurants, an intriguing traditional culture, and a safe and welcoming
environment.
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shopping in the UAE along with its friendly, helpful and generous people.
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The Sun always shines in the UAE, its naturally desert climate and its
convenient location in the Arabian Gulf has endowed it with warm seas and
cozy beaches. Together with a booming economy, where trade and tourism are
encouraged, it also makes for the ultimate shopping destination. Its
state-of-the-art tourist infrastructure with numerous world-class hotels,
sports events and shopping spectaculars held annually, ensures its position
as the Middle East's number one tourist destination.
Every year, tourist attractions are constantly being upgraded and added -
from one of the world's largest aqua parks to cultural and wildlife museums.
From Wind Towers to Towering Skyscrapers, The UAE has a unique blend of
traditional Arab, Islamic values and culture with the modernity of a
cosmopolitan living environment. It celebrated its 25th year of formation in
1997. Its massive oil wealth is being wisely utilized to keep pace with
technology and social changes the world is experiencing. As a result,
tourists will find the UAE a modern country with thriving sky scraper filled
cities no different from modern cities in Europe or Asia.
Abu Dhabi - As one of the world's most modern capital cities, Abu Dhabi has become a welcoming paradise for
tourists and residents alike. Boasting a beautiful Corniche, innumerable
first class facilities and beautiful mosques, the city's exciting blend of
rich culture and modern lifestyle has become a major attraction for visitors
from every corner of the world.
The Bani Yas tribes founded modern Abu Dhabi in the 1700’s, but the emirate’s history dates back to the third century BC, when nomads roamed the land. The Al Hosn Palace and the Heritage Village, where visitors can discover a rich and varied past.
The beautiful Corniche, the most popular boulevard in the city, boasts public gardens and promenades for recreation. Children will enjoy the parks strewn along this road. The Abu Dhabi Golf Club and A thrilling array of water sports.
Shopping opportunities in Abu Dhabi are vast and varied – the Marina and Abu Dhabi malls offer world-class designers.
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Ras al Khaimah - With a total area of 5,800 km2, it ranks fourth among the seven emirates in terms of area. It is characterised by the unique variation of its topography. In the West, there is a low sand plain stretching along the Gulf coasts. In the extreme Northern part of the emirate, the range of rugged high mountains projects to the sea and extends southward. The relatively narrow coastal plain plunges towards the East. Hotels Ras al Khaimah
Fujairah - Fujairah is the only Emirate that is almost entirely mountainous. It enjoys rich cultural traditions and a history dating back over 2000 years. The Al Bidya Mosque is over 400 years old and is a unique example of engineering for the time.
Fujairah also boasts some of the most important archaeological finds in the Arabian Gulf; archaeological excavations have shown that man's presence in the region dates back to the Iron Age. The Fujairah Fort, Al Heil castle and Al Bithnah Fort are some of the other historic attractions in the region.
Activities in Fujairah include adventurous deep sea fishing excursions and a four-wheel drive expedition through the dry riverbeds along the coastline, including visits to hot springs and waterfalls along the way. Hotels Fujairah
Ajman - The smallest of the seven emirates, Ajman has a charm of its own. Ajman has the distinction of possessing the Emirates' largest boat-building yards. Its craftsmen have always fashioned the characteristic dhows and boums that ply the Arabian Gulf's water with the same techniques their forefathers used, and their forefathers before them, all without blueprints.
History sits visibly in Ajman: traces of the old town are still visible, as in the shape of the fine old watchtower at the town's entrance, and the large fort in the town's centre. However, its dynamic leaders have set into motion plans that look to make the emirate a significant economic player in the Gulf region. The gleaming new Ajman Centre has quickly become another prime trade fair venue in the Emirates.
Ajman's mountain villages are Manama and Masfut. Manama, which literally means the "sleeping place", has a small old fort worth visiting while Masfut is known for its colourful marble. Hotels Ajman
Sharjah - Sharjah is the third largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates, and is the only one to have land on both the Persian
Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
Ras al Khaimah - With a total area of 5,800 km2, it ranks fourth among the seven emirates in terms of area. It is characterised by the unique variation of its topography. In the West, there is a low sand plain stretching along the Gulf coasts. In the extreme Northern part of the emirate, the range of rugged high mountains projects to the sea and extends southward. The relatively narrow coastal plain plunges towards the East.
Fujairah - Fujairah is the only Emirate that is almost entirely mountainous. It enjoys rich cultural traditions and a history dating back over 2000 years. The Al Bidya Mosque is over 400 years old and is a unique example of engineering for the time.
Ajman - The smallest of the seven emirates, Ajman has a charm of its own. Ajman has the distinction of possessing the Emirates' largest boat-building yards. Its craftsmen have always fashioned the characteristic dhows and boums that ply the Arabian Gulf's water with the same techniques their forefathers used, and their forefathers before them, all without blueprints.