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 The United Arab Emirates is a constitutional
federation of seven emirates; Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al-Qaiwain,
Ras al-Khaimah and Fujairah. 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 UAE is one of the world's
fastest growing tourist destinations having 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
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Abu Dhabi is the capital of
UAE and one of the most modern cities in the world. It is the center of
government and business life in the UAE. The architecture of its modern
buildings and sky scrapers is the finest in the Middle East. Large gardens and
parks, green boulevards lining all the streets and roads, sophisticated
high-rise buildings, state-of-the-art communication services and transport, the
presence of all the international luxury hotel chains, rich shopping malls,
cultural centers and events provide tourists a one-of-a-kind experience all the
year round.
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Dubai is the main and
tourism destination of the UAE and second largest emirate in the federation
after Abu Dhabi. It offers various attractions for visitors and embraces a wide
variety of scenery in which the tourist can experience everything, from
mountains and sand dunes to green parks and sandy beaches, and from luxurious
residential districts, wind-towers and ultra-modern shopping malls to ancient
houses and dusty villages. It has its special personality combining deeply
rooted traditions of Arabia and international lifestyle.
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Sharjah
Sharjah is situated between Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah interrupted by the small
enclave of Ajman. Its coastline runs to approximately thirty kilometers along
the Arabian Gulf. Sophisticated highways connect it. The peaceful hamlets of
Khorfakkan and Kalba are a major tourist attraction and provide a getaway from
the hustle bustle of the city life.
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situated on the coast of the Arabian Gulf, extending over a distance of 16 km,
between the emirates of Umm Al Quwain and Sharjah. The town of Ajman, the
capital of the emirate, lies on the coast of the Arabian Gulf. The port of
Ajman is located along a natural creek (Khor) which penetrates the town. |
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| Umm Al Quwain
is situated between Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah on the West coast. The
traditional occupation of this emirate has been fishing and date cultivation.
Umm Al Quwain's attraction lies in its long clean beaches, an enclosed lagoon
and public horse riding stables. Seneyah Island, one kilometer away from the
town of Umm Al Quwain, is a natural reserve for a large species of birds, deer
and Al Qaram trees. Now tourism in Umm Al Quwain will receive a further boost
with "Dreamland" - the world's largest aqua-park. |
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| Ras Al Khaimah's
history extends into antiquity. Archeological excavations reveal that a
settlement with an advanced civilization that carried on trade with the Indian
sub-continent existed in this region. Later historical records cite that the
town of Ras Al Khaimah, then known as Julfar, |
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Fujairah holds a unique position in the UAE.
It is the only emirate that lies on the eastern side of the UAE, along the Gulf
of Oman, while all the six other emirates are along the Arabian Gulf. Its clean
beaches, the numerous water sports like swimming, yachting, water surfing and
deep sea fishing attract tourists all round the year. |
