Explore the UAE by the emirate

  • Date: 20-Apr-2023
  • Source: Gulf News
  • Sector:Tourism
  • Country:UAE
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Explore the UAE by the emirate

Dubai: The long weekend for Eid Al Fitr has begun, and this is the perfect opportunity to explore the country’s rich heritage as well as modern, record-breaking attractions. If you are new to the UAE, or still unfamiliar with its history and formation, on the big facts and figures you should know about the country. With seven Emirates comprising the UAE – Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah – here is a quick look at some of the top places you can visit on your journey of exploring the country. Travelling from one Emirate to another is relatively easy, even if you do not drive. While a road trip from Abu Dhabi’s Ghuweifat border on the Western most point of the country to Ras Al Khaimah’s northernmost border will take just under seven hours, another way to traverse the country is to visit the different Emirates by taking the time out to explore all they have to offer. Once you are in the Emirate, you can either use the local public transport or hail a taxi to go to a specific location. Did you know that the world’s tallest sand dune lies in