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Al Ain Overview1
Al Ain OverviewAl Ain is known as the Garden City, and is renowned for its oases, parks and gardens. Vast plantations of palm trees, lush gardens and landscaping adds to the beauty of the city, and there are more than 70 parks equipped with leisure and entertainment facilities. In addition, there are many tourist attractions such as forts and museums, wildlife parks and archaeological sites, festivals and sports events, green areas such as Green Mubazzarah at the foot of city’s striking landmark Jebel Hafeet, as well as the spectacular sand dunes and the Hajar Mountains just outside Al Ain. The fertile soil of the area’s five oases have attracted human settlements since ancient times. These oases have been important destinations throughout history for traders’ caravans crossing the desert to buy and sell water, dates and other agricultural products.
Forts & CastlesAl Ain is characterised by the presence of a large number of castles and forts, ancient houses, mosques and towers of various shapes – round, square or in a spiral design. All together, there are a total of 66 historical structures; some built as homes during times of peace and others for defensive purposes during wars or to protect against raids. Other historical sites were built to serve religious and educational purposes, such as mosques. These structures are spread throughout the city and its outskirts, near oases and in villages on the fringes of Al Ain. Most of the forts and landmarks have been restored in recent years in recognition of their historical importance.
Green Mubazzarah (Mabzara Al Khadhra) Following the discovery of plentiful, fresh water flowing underground in the Mubazzarah area (100-200 metres beneath the ground with capacity of 25,000 gallons per hour), the late President Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan ordered the formerly dry and rocky area to be transformed into a park, which today attracts people from all over the UAE and the region to visit its greenery and naturally heated spring water. Al Ain Municipality has built a number of visitor facilities in the area, including a man-made lake, sun shades, car parks, swimming pools for men and women and one of the highest fountains in the Middle East. Visitors can go boating in the lake filled by nearby hot water springs.
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Al Jahili Park
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5 Al Ain Central Market(Camel Market)Al Qaws SoukBawadi MallBawadi Souk
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AL MUWAIJI
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Country ProfileThe United Arab Emirates (UAE) comprises seven emirates: Abu
Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah
and Fujairah. The country is a member of the Arab Gulf Co-operation
Council (GCC), an economic grouping that also includes Bahrain,
Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Spread over 87,340 square
kilometres, Abu Dhabi is the largest of the emirates, accounting
for more than 85% of the country’s total landmass. The city of Abu
Dhabi is the capital both of the emirate and of the country. It is
the federal seat of government and home to most of the ministries
and institutions, embassies, state broadcasting facilities and oil
companies. The second city is Al Ain and, as the birth place of the
late Sheikh Zayed, has special status. The population of Abu Dhabi
emirate is currently around 1.6 million and as well as having an
estimated 9% of the world’s proven oil reserves and 4% of its total
proven natural gas reserves, is now also a bustling business and
tourism hub offering a range of attractions, hotels and resorts, and
facilities for leisure and recreation. The temperate climate and the
mystique of an Arabian adventure combine to make a visit to Abu
Dhabi an irresistible choice.
CultureArchaeological discoveries suggest that fishing communities were living onthe coast in this region thousands of years ago. Once a leading exporter of pearls, Abu Dhabi gradually turned into a major trading centre and, by the end of the 19th century, it gained a reputation for its souks on the coast. The discovery of oil in 1958 had a dramatic effect on the economy of the region, bringing the prosperity that is evident today. Modern Abu Dhabi brings together old world charm and cosmopolitan chic in a clean and safe environment. It offers a distinctive blend of east and west that appeals to all types of visitors – whether seeking the adventure of a cultural experience, an action-packed holiday or simply a relaxing escape.
DressLightweight clothing is suitable most of the year, while in winter something slightly warmer may be needed, especially in the evenings. Air conditioning in hotels, shopping centres and cinemas can be extreme, so take a sweater or jacket. Good quality sunglasses and a hat or other protection for the head are also strongly advised. Although the attitude towards dress is fairly liberal in the UAE, Al Ain is a little more conservative than the bigger cities, with the rural areas outside the city being even more so. It is especially recommended to dress more conservatively during Ramadan.
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Useful Numbers
Operator 100
Directory Enquiries 181
Fire 997
Police 999
Ambulance 998/999
Al Ain Intl Airport 03 785 5555
Abu Dhabi Intl Airport 02 575 7818
Flight Enquiries 02 575 7500
Abu Dhabi Tourism &
Culture Authority 02 444 0444
Trans AD (Abu Dhabi Taxi) 600 535353
Dept of Immigration 03 762 5555
Etihad Airways Call Centre 800 2277
UAE Country Code 971
Mobile Telephones 050/055/056
Abu Dhabi 02 Ajman 06
Al Ain 03 Dubai 04
Fujairah 09 Ras Al Khaimah 07
Sharjah 06 Umm Al Quwain 06
Hotels & Resorts
Al Ain Rotana 1-F5
Al Bada Hotel & Resort 1-F1
Al Masa 1-F4
Al Masa 1 1-F4
Al Masa 1 Apts 1-F5
Asfar 1-F3
Ayla 1-F4
City Seasons 1-F4
Danat Al Ain Resort 1-H5
Green Mubazzarah Chalets 1-F8
Hili Rayhaan by Rotana 1-G3
Hilton Al Ain 1-G5
Mercure Grand Jebel Hafeet 1-F8
One to One Ain Al Faida 1-E8
Parks
Ain Al Faida Park 1-E8
Al Ain Paradise Park 1-E6
Al Basra Park 1-E5
Al Foah Park 1-G1
Al Jahili Park 1-F4
Al Silmi Park 1-F4
Al Twiah Park 1-E4
Green Mubazzarah 1-F8
Al Sarooj Park 1-G5
Shopping Malls
Al Ain Central Market 1-H6
Al Ain City Centre 1-G5
Al Ain Mall 1-G4
Al Ain Souk 1-F4
Al Falah Plaza 1-F4
Al Foah Mall 1-G1
Al Jimi Mall 1-F4
Al Qaws Souk 1-H6
Al Waha Mall 1-F3
Bawadi Mall 1-H6
Bawadi Souk 1-H6
Boutik Mall 1-F5
Lulu Hypermarket 1-G4
Souk Al Zafarana 1-E4
Town Square 1-F4
Places Of Interest
Ain Al Faida 1-E8
Al Ain Central Market 1-H6
Al Ain Equestrian,
Shooting & Golf Club 1-D6
Al Ain National Museum 1-G5
Al Ain Oasis 1-G5
Al Ain Paradise Park 1-E6
Al Ain Zoo 1-F6
Al Jahili Fort 1-F5
Al Jimi Oasis 1-F3
Al Muraba’a Fort 1-G4
Al Muwaiji Fort 1-F4
Al Qattara Oasis 1-F3
Green Mubazzarah 1-F8
Heritage Village 1-F3
Hili Archaeological Park 1-G2
Hili Fun City 1-G2
Jebel Hafeet 1-G9
Mezyad Fort 1-H9
Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum 1-G5
Wadi Adventure 1-F7
Hospitals
Al Ain 1-F4
Al Sadd 1-A5
Al Waha 1-F5
Tawam 1-D5
Military 1-G5
Main Areas
Aflaj 1-H6
Ain Al Faida 1-E9
Al Aqabiyya 1-D6
Al Bateen 1-C5
Al Dahmaa 1-D4
Al Dhahir 1-H8
Al Foaa 1-G1
Al Jahili 1-F5
Al Jimi 1-F3
Al Maqam 1-C6
Al Markhaniya 1-D4
Al Masoudi 1-F3
Al Mutaredh 1-F4
Al Mutawa’a 1-F5
Al Muwaiji 1-E5
Al Qattara 1-F3
Al Salamat District 1-B6
Al Sarooj 1-G5
Al Shuwaimah 1-H5
Al Towayya 1-E3
Asharej 1-D5
Central District 1-G4
Falaj Hazza’a 1-E6
Hili 1-G2
Jebel Hafeet 1-F8
Neima 1-E7
Sanaiya 1-F6
Sha’ab Al Ashkher 1-F6
Zakher 1-E7
Al Ain Entertainment Map3 Al Ain Heritage Map4
A special map licensed to Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority. It shall not be replicated or reproduced except upon express written authorisation from Explorer Publishing.