|
A land of sand and heat, that’s what most would
describe when asked about the United Arab Emirates, but is so much more.
With a reach history that it shares with the world through the forts and
historical sites that they have preserved. Have a look at some of the
amazing historical places in the UAE.
|
|
|
Al – Bidyah Mosque – The oldest mosque in the UAE, located in Fujairah
|
|
|
Al-Fahidi Fort – Now Dubai Museum, the Fort was built in 1787
|
|
|
|
Bastakia Quarter – Last remains of Old
Dubai, this was established at the end of the 19th century
|
|
|
Heritage Village – reconstructed to depict life before oil in the UAE
|
|
|
Heritage House – wealthy pearl merchant’s residence – made out of gypsum
and coral built in 1890
|
|
|
Dibba village – known for its relics and tombs that date back to the 7th
century
|
|
|
Al – Bithnah Fort – was built in 1735 and was considered the most
important fort in the eastern part of the UAE
|
|
|
Fujairah Fort – built in 1670 it is considered the oldest fort in the
UAE
|
|
|
Al-Jahili Fort – built in 1891 to protect precious palm groves and the
city of Al-nin
|
|
|
|
Al Maqtaa Fort – 200 years old it was used as a
watchtower against invaders
|
|
|
|
Qasr al-Hosn Fort – built in 1761 – it was
initially used as a watchtower to protect the only fresh water source in
Abu Dhabi
|
|
|
|
Ras Al Khaimah – believed to have been built during
the Ubaid Period, 5,000 -3,800 BC
|