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Architecture/Sites

  • Burj Khalifa

  • Bawati

  • The Tower

  • Saeed Al Makhoum House

  • Hili Archaeological Gardens

  • Heritage Village

  • Arabian Nights Village

  • Dubai Design District

  • Palm Jumeirah

  • Dubai Fountain

  • Jebel Hafeet & Hajar (Mountain views)

  • Marina Eye (Ferris Wheel)

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Gardens/Parks/Zoos/Beaches

  • Safa Park

  • Mushrif Park

  • Umm Al Emarat Park

  • Arabian Wildlife  Park

  • Hili Archaeological Park

  • Sarjah Aquarium

  • Corniche Beach & Island beaches (7)

  • Yas Waterworld and Beach

  • Ferrari World Theme Park Abu Dhabi

  • Al Ain Zoo and Oasis

  • Wadi Adventure(whitewater activities)

  • Emirates Park Zoo

  • Aquaventure Water Park

Museums/History

  • Sharjah Arts Museum

  • Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation

  • Dubai Museum

  • Bastakia quarter

  • Manarat Al Saadiyat & UAE Pavillion

  • The Galleria-Al Maryah

  • Pharaonic

  • Al Jahili Fort

  • Dhayah Fort 

  • Ras Al-Khaimah National Museum

  • Al Husn Museum (Sharjah Fort)

  • Al Ain National Museum

  • Al Ain Palace Museum

  • Ajman Fort and Museum

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Palaces/Mosques/Shopping

  • Al-Bidyah Mosque 

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

  • Qasr Al Hosn Palace and Fort

  • Jumeirah Mosque

  • Gurunanak Darbar Sikh Temple

  • Presidential Palace

  • Hail Palace

  • Mall of the Emirates

  • Dubai Mall 

  • Marina Mall

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - UAE

The Arabian nation of United Arab Emirates is located along the Persian Gulf in the Middle East. It is made up of a federation of seven (7) emirates. The country borders Saudi Arabia and Oman. Most of the Emirates is desert land and along with the gulf coast and mountains it makes a natural beautiful sight. 

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The Emirates have a rich history from the Persian to European dwellers. The olden days wealth of pearl diving to the modern day oil discovery that contribute to the development of a world re-known destination that continues to attract expats and tourists alike.

Capital: Abu Dhabi

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  • Population: 8.1 million

  • Area: 77,700 sq km (30,000 sq miles)

  • Major language: Arabic

  • Major religion: Islam

  • Currency: Dirham

Facts

  • Do greet man to man with a light handshake and sometime a kiss on the nose or both cheeks. Placing your right hand on your heart or chest after shaking hands is a show of great respect.Women greet with kisses or cheek to cheek touch. Man to woman greet with little or no touching

  • Do be tactful and less direct when communicating.Avoiding confontation and saving face is important

  • Do allow personal space especially with the opposite sex

  • Do have direct eye contact when talking except with an elder as a sign of respect

  • Do expect the custom for submissiveness in local women

  • Do dress formal, conservative and smart

  • Do expect to engage in small talk at meetings, frequent interuptions and cancellations are common

  • Do remove shoes when entering carpet rooms                                                   ------------------ 

  • Do not expect punctuality to be taken very seriously. Time schedules are rarely kept

  • Do not give /receive objects with left hand, it is used for hygiene purpose

  • Do not point with your finger, use the whole hand

  • Do not cross legs at knee but the ankle

  • Do not point the toe or heel or any part of the foot at any person 

  • Do not show the sole of your foot or use the foot to move anything as it is the lowliest body part

  • Do not use pressure tactics in negotiating

  • Do not be impatient at meetings, decision-making is top-down and take time

  • Do not play music or eat outdoors during Ramadan

  • Do not smoke in public buildings

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Hajar-Mountains_UAE

Ras-al-Khaimah-Museum_UAE

Ras-al-Khaimah-Museum_UAE

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Dhayah-Fort-Ras-al-khaimah-UAE

United Arab Emirates beauty
Dos and Don'ts (culture tips)

When planning to travel and visit other countries that you are not familiar with, it is good to learn a few things in addition to the attractions and activities that the country has to offer to make your visit just great. Why not learn a little of their culture and the Dos and Don'ts to help you understand whats acceptable and whats not to help you fit in the community.

 

Here is a small list below which should make interesting reading. Feast your eyes as well on the slide show gallery of photos depicting interesting places to look out for on your visit to the United Arab Emirates. Enjoy!

United Arab Emirates is an interesting country, rich in history and culture. For more on the different cities in the UAE visit:

Attractions (things to See and Do) 
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