Al Ain Palace Museum
Opening Time: 9:00 Am – 7:00 Pm (Mon – Sun)
Al Ain Palace Museum, Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum (Arabic: مَتْحَف قَصْر ٱلشَّيْخ زَايِد), also known as “Al Ain Palace Museum” (Arabic: مَتْحَف قَصْر ٱلْعَيْن) is a museum in the city of Al Ain, within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
The museum is based in the palace of the former UAE President, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan (1918–2004), and his family. It was originally built in 1937 on the western side of the Al Ain Oasis, the largest oasis in Al Ain. Sheikh Zayed lived here until 1966. It was made into a museum in 1998. The museum presents many of the rooms in the palace, including an art gallery. Many of the rooms are of the majlis (meeting room for receiving visitors) type. In one of the courts there is a replica grand court tent, representing a link with Bedouin life. There is also a Land Rover similar to the one driven by Sheikh Zayed in the desert to visit Bedouin communities. Behind the museum is the Al Ain Oasis, with an entrance close by, and a path leading through the oasis to the Al Ain National Museum.
Al Jahli Fort
Opening Time: 9:00 Am – 7:00 Pm (Mon – Sun)
Al Jahli Fort, Al Ain
Al-Jahili Fort (Arabic: قَلْعَة ٱلْجَاهِلِي) is a fort in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. The fort was established in 1891 around Al-Jahili Oasis for the protection of palm farmers.
The fort is located on the southern part of the city of Al Ain close to Al Ain Castle Museum. It is on the strategic location where exist water sources and agricultural land. Similar in appearance to Mezyad Fort, Jahili Fort is one of the largest castles in the city.[1] It is a part of the bigger complex for public activity which includes public square. The fort is square shaped and has a length of 35 metres (115 feet) and height of 8 metres (26 feet). There are embrasures and triangular balconies on the top. It has three round watchtowers, and a rectangular watchtower on the northwestern corner. Round watchtowers have a diameter of 5 metres (16 feet), and a height of 14 metres (46 feet). The rectangular watchtowers has width and length of 4 and 7 metres (13 and 23 feet) respectively, and height of 14 metres (46 feet). The rectangular tower is considered stronger in terms of defensive capacity.[3]
Jabel Hafeet
Opening Time: 24hrs
Jabel Hafeet, Abu Dhabi
Jabal Hafeet (Arabic: جَبَل حَفِيْت) is a mountain in the region of Tawam, on the border of the United Arab Emirates and Oman, which may be considered an outlier of the Al Hajar Mountains in Eastern Arabia.
Due to its proximity to the main Hajar range, the mountain may be considered as being part of the Hajar range. To the north is the UAE city of Al Ain, in the Eastern Region of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and the adjacent Omani town of Al-Buraimi. The sole mountain in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and one of the highest mountains in the country, it has given its name to a period in UAE history, the Bronze Age (3200 to 2600 BCE) Hafit Period, because of the discovery of a cluster of important Bronze Age beehive tombs at its foothills. As of 2017, the mountain is recognized as being part of a national park and was incorporated into the Sheikh Zayed Network of Protected Areas in 2018.
Al Rabi Tower Hiking Trail
Opening Time: 24hrs
Al Rabi Tower Hiking Trail, Sharjah
Al Rabi Tower marks the start and end of a stunning hiking trail overlooking Khorfakkan and the bay.
Al Rabi Tower marks the start and end of a stunning hiking trail overlooking Khorfakkan and the bay. The tower is a historical monument built in 1915 as part of a defense network for Khorfakkan. a well-marked trail that zigzags with panoramic views. This trail is often referred to as a beginner’s hike.
Difficulty: Easy
Elevation: 1.2 ft
Distance: 3.35mi
Trail Type: Loop
What to Bring:-
Must: Hiking Shoes, Backpack, Minimum 2 liters of Water, Fruits (banana & Green Apple)
Optional: (Headlamp, or torch), Cap, Protein Bar, sports drink (pocari sweat water is best).
Sun cream, and sunglass for sun protection
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The Pointe
Opening Time: 10:00 Am – 10:00 Pm (Mon – Thu), 10:00 Am – 12:00 Am (Sat – Sun)
The Pointe, Dubai
One of the Dubai’s best waterfront places Welcome to The Pointe, Dubai’s iconic waterfront destination offering unrivaled dining, entertainment, and leisure.
Set at the tip of the world-famous Palm Jumeirah, across the bay from Atlantis The Palm, The Pointe is a scenic, relaxing arena with more than 80 restaurants, shops, and attractions including dining, retail, and entertainment outlets. Its centerpiece is the Palm fountain display that will enthrall visitors with stunning shows that can be viewed from The Pointe’s wide range of waterfront dining experiences.
Al Madam Buried Ghost Village
Opening Time: 24hrs
Al Madam Buried Ghost Village, Sharjah
The abandoned village is located close to the Al Madam area on the Dubai-Hatta Road (E44). Based on the design and interviews with locals, it is believed the village was probably built in the mid-1970s.
Outlines of former homes are still visible but the all-consuming sand rolls in like waves, pouring through the windows, filling the courtyards, and sweeping away the furniture. Less than an hour’s drive from the city of Dubai, just over the border into Sharjah, this neatly planned outpost featuring two rows of homes and an elegant mosque has been left to its fate. There are indications that inhabitants may have departed in a hurry; doors wide open, and personal effects left in a jumble. These haunting memoirs have fueled stories that Al Madam is a “ghost village” where the residents fled from supernatural forces. Not a soul remains to tell its story. But Al Madam has become an increasingly attractive destination for thrill-seeking day trippers.
The Palm Fountain
Opening Time: 6:00 Pm – 10:30 Pm (Mon – Fri), 6:00 Pm – 12:00 Am (Sat – Sun)
The Palm Fountain, Dubai
The Palm Fountain is an artificial fountain located at The Pointe shopping and dining district on Palm Jumeirah of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Officially inaugurated on 22 October 2020.
The Palm Fountain is the world’s largest seawater musical fountain and has obtained the Guinness certificate of the world’s largest musical fountain. It is equipped with shooters capable of spraying water up to 105 metres in the air and features over 3,000 LED lights. The composition pays homage to the UAE’s culture as well as capture Dubai’s cosmopolitanism and is performed regularly at The Pointe, Dubai, from December 1, 2020.
Hanging Garden, Madha, Oman
Opening Time: 24hrs
Hanging Garden, Madha, Oman
The Hanging Garden of Madha is a unique terraced garden located in the village of Madha, Oman
- The garden is about 1 kilometer long and 5 meters wide, and it is home to a variety of fruits, vegetables, and flowers.
- The garden is irrigated by a system of falaj, or traditional water channels.
- The Hanging Garden of Madha is a popular tourist destination, and it is a great place to learn about Omani culture and agriculture.
The Hanging Garden of Madha is a beautiful and unique place, and it is a great place to visit if you are in Madha Oman.
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Fossil Dunes Formations
Opening Time: 4:00 Pm – 9:00 Pm (Mon-Sun)
Fossil Dunes Formations, Abu Dhabi
Located 45 kilometers to the east of Abu Dhabi, Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Protected Area comprises more than 1,700 fossil dunes, spread over 7 square kilometers, making it one of the largest numbers of fossil dunes concentrated in one location in the emirate.
Geologists estimate the age of fossil formations within the protected location at over four million years. At the reserve, you can enjoy the natural marvels of the area, by walking the well-lit trails, which extend to 3 kilometers both ways and are surrounded by benches and shades for relaxing.
Al Wathba Salt Lake (Sabkha)
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Al Wathba Salt Lake (Sabkha), Abu Dhabi
Al Wathba Slat lake is a man-made artificial Salt Lake. It’s a calm and quiet place. It’s located in the middle of the desert.
The Salt in it is sourced from the salt flats known as “sabkha”. The giant salt pads creating an alluring stepping stone in the lake usually take several years to form naturally. this place is worth the visit if you are traveling to the middle east.
