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United Arab Emirates are also called simply the Emirates or the UAE. The United Arab Emirates is the Federal constitutional monarchy that consists from seven emirates. Largest of them is the emirate of Abu Dhabi where also the capital city is situated. All emirates are absolutistic monarchy but the main powers have two largest – Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Until 1971 they were known as Trucial States.

United Arab Emirates are situated in the east part Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf. Emirates borders on Saudi Arabia in the west and south and on Oman in the east. Qatar lies to the west. It covers an area of about 83 600 sq km and 4/5 of this area is desert. The higest peak is Jabel Hafeet (1527 m).

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Full name:

United Arab Emirates

Capital city:

Abu Dhabi

Area:

83,600 sq km

Population:

4,444,011

Major languages:

Arabic (official), Persian, English

Major religions:

Muslim

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Top Places - United Arab Emirates

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 Al Ain – the green city 10 10  
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 Ra's al-Khaimah – city between mountains and gulf 10 10  
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 Sharjah – cultural heritage 10 10  
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 Umm Al-Quwain 10 10  
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Abu Dhabi city – the capital city (click for more information)
Abu Dhabi is the capital of the emirates with same name and also capital of the United Arab Emirates. City lies on an island that is connected to the mainland by two bridges. It is also home of President of the UAE. You will see here minarets built in traditional style as well as skyscrapers, boulevards and luxury hotels. The oldest building is Qasr al-Hosn that was constructed in 1793 as the official residence. If you want to get to know traditional life in Abud Dhabi you can visit Heritage Village with Bedouin tents, palms and fishing village.
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Ajman – natural port (click for more information)
Ajman lies on the coast of the Arabian Gulf and you can get here from Sharjah. You will find here calm place with nice beaches. You can visit Ajman Museum which is situated in fortress from 18th century. Near Ajman is the archeological site Mowaihat. Ajman is also known Dhow Yard. This is the world's largest boat building yard.
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Al Ain – the green city (click for more information)
Al Ain is the fourth largest city in the United Arab Emirates and is situated in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Because of a long history, Al Ain is considered centre the cultural heritage of the country. Because there are underground water springs, was this area always attractive. It is also birthplace of first president of UAE - Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. You can visit here Al Ain Museum with archaeological collections and large collection of gifts that received the President from statesman a royalty.
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Al-Dur (click for more information)
Al-Dur is also known as Ed Dur and is the largest pre-Islamic site on the Gulf coast of the UAE which is more than 2000 years old. It is situated not far from Umm al-Qaiwain. Al-Dur is a large area with many single-room and multi-room structures. These houses were built of beach rock blocks that can be found in surroundings. The two largest public monuments on the site are a square fort and a square temple.
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Dubai – the modern city (click for more information)
Dubai is a cosmopolitan city and the population was estimated to be round 971,000. Dubai is divided in two parts, Deira on the northern side and Bur Dubai to the south. They are connected by a tunnel and two bridges. You can visit three archaeological sites from which two are more then 2000 years old. There is Heritage and Diving Village which shows a tented Bedouin village and maritime past of Dubai. You should see Jumeirah Mosque, one of the most beautiful of all and is example of modern Islamic architecture. Well known is hotel Burj Al Arab in the shape of sailboat.
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Fujairah – place of natural beauty (click for more information)
Fujairah is an attractive town and also commercial and tourist centre. It offers a lot of attractions for everyone. You can enjoy water sports or off-road driving through desert. If you want to discover the nature you can visit Ain Madhab Park or Ain Al Ghamour, with spring water that heals for example rheumatism. You can visit also other cities. Dibba is considered of the ancient historical civilization, Al Bidya with mosque or Masafi located in the Hajar Mountains.
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Muweilah – Iron Age village (click for more information)
Muweilah is located in the sandy belt a few kilometres south of Sharjah. Muweilah represents a village that was brought to the attention when pottery was found here. Muweilah is important because fire destroyed an extensive building complex, preserving a large quantity of artefacts in their original setting. It shows life in an Iron Age village in the ancient Emirates.
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Ra's al-Khaimah – city between mountains and gulf (click for more information)
Ra's al-Khaimah has two main parts: Old Ras Al Khaimah and Nakheel situated on sides of the creek. They are connected by a large modern bridge. City was also known as Julfar. You will enjoy here old world atmosphere. You can visit here National Museum of Ra’s al-Khaimah with archaeological artefacts, Old Town situated near fishing port or take a walk round Ra´s al-Khaimah and visit archaeological sites.
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Sharjah – cultural heritage (click for more information)
In 1998 Sharjah was designated by UNESCO as the cultural capital of the Arab world. You can visit here Islamic Museum with a replica of the curtain which covers the Black Stone in Kaaba in Mecca. You should visit Sharjah Arts Area that comprises five architecturally acclaimed heritage buildings and a mosque dating back to the end of the eighteenth century. There are also beaches where you can relax.
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Umm al-Qaiwain – the opposite of Dubai (click for more information)
Umm al-Qaiwain is capital of the emirate and is situated on a peninsula. You should come here if you want to see pure way of living in United Arab Emirates. There emirate was not so much influenced by profit from oil and you can meet people who go fishing every day. Of course, there are hotels but you should expect rather calm life than luxury. If you like water parks, visit Dreamland.
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Why to visit United Arab Emirates


United Arab Emirates are also called simply the Emirates or the UAE. The United Arab Emirates is the Federal constitutional monarchy that consists from seven emirates. Largest of them is the emirate of Abu Dhabi where also the capital city is situated. All emirates are absolutistic monarchy but the main powers have two largest – Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Until 1971 they were known as Trucial States.

United Arab Emirates are situated in the east part Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf. Emirates borders on Saudi Arabia in the west and south and on Oman in the east. Qatar lies to the west. It covers an area of about 83 600 sq km and 4/5 of this area is desert. The higest peak is Jabel Hafeet (1527 m).

People in UAE

United Arab Emirates has population of about 4, 4 million. The capital city is Abu Dhabi which is also the largest. But the most populated city is Dubai, with about 1.5 million people. Other large cities are Al Ain, Sharjah, and Fujairah. Almost 90% of people live in cities. There are four main nationalities and the local Arabs (Emirates) are only 11%, most of people (57%) came from South Asia, above all from India and Pakistan. These people came here because of better conditions for living. Official language is Arabic and other languages are Persian or English. Most of people are Muslim (96%) and the rest are Hindu, Christian and other.

History

Islam was brought to this area in 7th century. In 16th and 17th century Dutch, Portuguese and British came and wanted to control this area. In 18th century arose here emirates with pirate flotillas. This provoked the intervention of the British and in 1853 enforced a permanent truce. Pirate Cost was then renamed the Trucial Coast. Britain had sovereignty over this area since 1892 and protected emirates but they were not formally colonies. In 1968 Britain decided to withdraw from this area but left it three years later. UAE were established in1971 and had six emirates. The last emirate Ras Ai Khaimah was joined in 1972. Two of Trucial states – Bahrain and Oman did not join the federation.

Culture

Culture in United Arab Emirates is influenced by Islam and Arab world. Government is trying to protect traditional culture. Before 1960 there were only small towns but oil resources enabled modernization and growth. New modern buildings were built and Abu Dhabi is one of the most modern cities in the world.

Summary

There are three main reasons why to go to United Arab Emirates. The first is that Emirates are centre of Arabic luxury. The second reason is fantastic buildings. You will see here beautiful skyscrapers as well as artificial islands and the most luxurious hotels. Well known is hotel Burj Al Arab, first seven-star hotel in the world. And finally the third reason – beautiful beaches with white warm sand.



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