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Dubai Sightseeings,Exursions

Abu Dhabi city tour
Abu Dhabi is the capital and the center of business and government life of UAE. It is located about 170 km. South-West of Dubai. The first landmark of Abu Dhabi is the Jebel Ali Port, the biggest man-made port in the world.
The architecture of this city with its modern buildings and sky scrapers is the finest in the Middle East. Abu Dhabi is a city full of sightseeing.
The Palace Qasr al-Hosn, known also as the White Fort or Old Fort is the oldest building in the city. The fort was built in 1793 as the official residence of Abu Dhabi's rulers. Close to the International Exhibition Center the Ethnographical Village is located. It shows the guests the way of life of different parts of the country. Here you can also enjoy week-ends and holidays national dances and songs. Visit Women's Handicraft Centre and see locally hand made crafts. Another famous place is the seaside - Corniche, where you can find Baynunah Tower, the tallest building in the city. You should also see another interesting building - Clock Tower, located at the head of the Airport.
There are a lot beautiful parks, fountains and green boulevards in the city. The most unusual fountain in Abu Dhabi is "Volcano" fountain. It is a "real" volcano with water lava. The beautiful park around it is the perfect place for evening walks. You can also visit the Abu Dhabi Duty Free, one of the finest duty free shopping centers, where world trade marks are represented.
As you can see Abu Dhabi is a city with a lot of interesting places, unique architecture and reach culture.

Al Ain city tour
Al Ain is situated 140 km from Dubai at the foot of the mountains. It has a history dating back to 4th millennium BC. The city is known for its modern charms mixed with the green beauty of parks, gardens and wide boulevards.
Al Ain is the home of the UAE University, the largest museum and the biggest zoo, beautiful parks and gardens. It is one of the nations leading agricultural centers. Al Ain is now serviced by a new international airport.
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the first president of Emirates, was born here in a fort. This fort is small but is of the great historical meaning. It tells us the history about the city and the Emirates in general. Here you can also see the genealogical tree of the Sheikh Zayed's family (only Sheikh Zayed had 19 sons and plenty of daughters).
The museum has a rich archaeological and ethnographical collection. The large collection of gifts that were received by the President from visiting statesmen and royalty is also represented here.
Another large fort is Jahili Fort, located close to the public garden.
Mujairib Fort is located within some kilometers north-west of the city centre. It consists of a main fort, a smaller fort and a watchtower, surrounded by a park and children's playground. The fort is under reconstruction now so it is not opened officially.
Hili Fort is a round fort with a round recently reconstructed central tower. The fort offers beautiful views towards the Hili oasis.
Al Rumeilah Fort, situated in a residential area in the northern suburbs, represents a small walled structure with interesting architecture. This fort is not open for visitors.
The fort consists of a number of mud brick buildings. Some buildings are so well preserved that their roofs are still undamaged. The buildings were buried by sand. They has large quantities of pottery, grinding stones and metal tools, as well as stamp seals, beads and several pieces of bronze weaponry.
Mazyad Fort is a restored fort that you also should to visit. The walls with battlements and watchtowers surround a courtyard that has a date palm grove. All towers have a specific structure: besides bricks and mud bricks specific stuffs like textile materials were used. Thus such construction the building provides good air circulation for the rooms, located under the tower. During hot summer days the temperature in these rooms was lower than in the other rooms. The fort is kept closed but don't' worry: people living on the site will open it and show you it.
You should visit the largest theme park in the Gulf Region-Hili Fun City. The park has 40 rides and attractions set in expansive landscaped gardens and a lot of picnic facilities. Al Ain Ice Rink, located close the Fun City, is a magnificent Olympic sized facility with a numerous children's games in addition to the skating. Al Ain Zoo and Aquarium have one of the largest animal collections in the world. There are elephants, tigers, bears and animals from the Arabian region.

Al Ain is the greenest city in Arabia. It became possible due to inhabitants of the city, who created a lot of artificial oases. They have to water plants artificially but the result justifies all efforts! Maybe thousands years later a natural soil will appear here after the leaves of palms together with other organic pieces carefully watered. And then the desert steps back and the Emirates turn into the country full of palms, beautiful trees and wonderful flowers.

Desert Safari Tour
No trip to Dubai would be complete without a trip into the mysterious desert. A trip to the desert offers to feel the true heartland of Arabia. Safari tour takes you right into the heart of the desert where you can admire a breathtaking view of the endless desert and the sun set over this calm solitude
The magic of the desert can be experienced in a selection of exciting half-day, full-day and overnight safaris.

Dune Driving
Driving in sand is an adventure in itself. It combines the excitement of a roller coaster ride with the challenge of remaining mobile on the shifting sands. Courses in sand driving are available, with four-wheel-drive vehicles provided, along with expert instruction. For those who venture into the interior of the desert, the results can be rewarding. This seemingly empty expanse of sand is home to a surprising variety of wildlife, from foxes, hares and lizards to gazelles and eagles.

Sand-Skiing
Those who like speed, high an unusual sport will enjoy sand-skiing down the dunes of the Dubai desert. Special skis are used and high dunes in the interior of the desert are chosen as "slopes".

Camel Riding
The camel, a symbol of Arabia, is the most popular tourist attraction. Camel rides are part of some tours and desert safaris. You can also arrange camel rides separately with lessons for beginners.

Desert Feasts
Very popular are safaris that culminate in the evening with a traditional Arab barbecue under the stars and spectacular sunset views.

Bedouin Village
You can also visit a Bedouin village and enjoy the traditional desert way of life.






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