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The unexploited jewel of Arabia is a destination waiting to
be discovered. Nestling on the shores of the Indian Ocean, on the eastern coast, Fujairah
offers miles of unspoilt sandy beaches, a sparkling azure sea and year round sunshine.
Rising majestically to form a magnificent backdrop to the emirate are the Hajar mountains,
with valleys running down to the sea and dotted with ancient forts and castles and little
palm groves which cling to their sides. Modern highways link this rapidly developing
emirate to the rest of the UAE.
Fujairah is a land of real Arabian charm and hospitality where visitors will always find a
warm welcome whether they come for an action packed-holiday or a relaxing weekend break.
Fujairah has much to offer; great watersports, exploring the mountains, discovering the
ancient past and Arabian culture, lazing by the poolside of a hotel or even dining under
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BULL FIGHTING One major
attraction in Fujairah is the chance to see the Emirate's own unique form of bullfighting
not a struggle to the death of man against beast but a contest of strength between tow
great animals. The fight itself is bloodless, as the bulls lock horns and wrestle until
the weaker of the tow gives up and turns away. The bullfights take place every Friday
afternoon at about 4:30 p.m ( except for the summer months ) near the Al-Rughlait bridge. |
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AIN AL MADHAB GARDENS These
gardens are situated in a valley in the foothills of the Hajar mountains, just outside
Fujairah city, and are fed by mineral springs. This warm sulphur-laden water is also used
in two swimming pools available for ladies and for men. On public holidays, anoutdoor
theatre is used for festivals, which include traditional singing and folklore dances. The
opening times are 10 a.m - 11 p.m(Closed Saturday). |
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FUJARAH HERITAGE VILLAGE is close
to the Ain madhab gardens, and portrays the traditional life of the people of the
Emirates. Exhibits include traditional houses, cooking utensils, farming tools and other
items as well as the Al Yazrah system used for irrigating fields, which uses a working
bull. The village is open all day; every day and entry is free. |
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FUJAIRAH MUSEUM has displays of
the traditional way of life and of archaeological artifacts found in excavations
throughout the Emirate. Work by local and foreign archaeologists has yielded items dating
back to the early Bronze Age, over 4,500 years ago. Items on display include Bronze and
Iron Age weapons and finely painted pottery, delicately carved soapstone vessels and
pre-Islamic silver coins. Opening times are 8.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. ( not Fridays )
4.00 p.m- 6.00 p.m every day except Saturday. |
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MASAFI FRIDAY MARKET is open
everyday and is situated in between the Hajar Mountains on the main road to fujairah Town.
They sell traditional wares and items include pottery made from Fujairah clay; traditional
weaving made from date palm fronds as well as plants and many other items. |
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BITHNA FORT Bithna village is
situated on the main highway to Fujairah Town on the Wadi Ham. The Bithna fort once stood
watch over traffic up and down the wadi. This great fort that stands for its strategic
importance for hundreds of years guard over the wadi. |
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BIDIYA MOSQUE is the UAE's oldest
place of worship, and is known as the "Ottoman Mosque". It is unique in design
with four small domes held up by a massive central pillar. Climb the hill to see the two
small watchtowers and view the small farms with the mountains in the background. |
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*AL HAIL SUMMER PALACE The drive
up to the Al Hail wadi and Summer Palace of the Al Sharqi family goes through some
spectacular mountain scenery. The palace and watchtower, with its rectangular design and
shape makes an impressive sight. The wadi beyond the graveyard is always running with
water and irrigates the small farms dotted along the wadi. |
