List of Seven Cities
- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
- Sharjah
- Ajman
- Ras Al Khaimah
- Fujairah
- Umm Al Quwain
History of UAE
The United Arab Emirates is a country of seven cities or a union of seven emirates located in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula Coast. Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum ruler of Dubai and Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan ruler of Abu Dhabi met on 1968 February 18, in Abu Dhabi which was known as Al Samha those days. Rulers of all seven Emirates states to conduct a conference based on constitutional and with the mutual understanding they formed an agreement of eleven points which was the basis for the establishment of UAE – the United Arab Emirates.
The United Arab Emirates was founded as a federation on 2nd December 1971. When it was founded it was the union of six emirates (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Ajman, and Fujairah) and the seventh one named, Ras Al Khaimah joined UAE federation on 10th February 1972.
After the formation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) forged a distinct national identity. The political system, legal systems and other systems in UAE have been designed to ensure the country’s heritage is maintained.
19th May 1973 United Arab Emirates (UAE) launched its official currency named UAE Dirham and which is also known as AED. On 26th September 1973, the first traffic light/signal becomes operational in Abu Dhabi.
United Arab Emirates
UAE is now a modern, Oil exporting country with a strong and highly diversified economy today. UAE is home to 189 Nationalities and Emirates nationals are 20% of the total population and which makes UAE the world’s highest number of immigrants. Indian and Pakistanis are the two highest percentage of immigrants in the UAE. Indian immigrants are 28% of the total population and Pakistanis immigrants are 12% of the total population of the UAE.
Official Language of UAE
The official language and the National language of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is Arabic but English is the most spoken language in UAE especially in Dubai. In Dubai, you can find a lot of people speaking different languages and that is because of the majority population of the UAE are immigrants.National Dress of UAE
National Dress in UAE for Emirati Women is Abaya and traditionally the colour of Abaya is black. Abaya covers the whole body except the hands, face, and feet. National Dress in UAE for Emirati men is a Dishdasha or Kandura and traditionally the colour of kandura is white but sometimes they wear other colours like brown and grey etc. Kandura is a single piece of ankle-length garment.
Famous Dishes in UAE
Seafood is a part of Emirati’s diet for decades and the most favoured meats of Emirati’s are mutton and Lamb. Usually, they consume dates in their daily meals.Emirati Dishes
- Aside
- Harees
- Jami
- Jasheed
- Kabsa
- Khabees
- Madroob
- Maqluba
- Quzi
- Kanafeh
- Shawarma
- Fattoush
- Tharid
- Salona
- Waggafi Bread
Dubai
The population of Dubai is 3.34 Million (2019) and is ranked as the first leading destination for international tourists. International tourist’s volume increased by 4.3% in 2019 as compared to the figures in 2018. From January 2019 to June 2019 approximately 0.7 Million Chinese visitors travelled to Dubai. Dubai covers an area of 1,588 sq mi which is (4,110 km 2) and Dubai is larger city geographically. The ruler of Dubai and Vice President of the United Arab Emirates is Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (age 70 years) which is also one of the richest person in the United Arab Emirates.
Dubai is currently a hub of tourism globally and in 2019 approximately (17 million) tourists from all around the world visit Dubai and spent approximately (38 Billion) US Dollars in tourism. Dubai is also known as a business hub nowadays.
Places to Visit in Dubai
- Burj Khalifa (Tallest Building in the World)
- Dubai Mall
- Dubai Fountain
- Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
- Burj Al Arab
- Palm Jumeirah
- Desert Safari
- Global Village
- Dubai Miracle Garden
- Dubai Marina
- Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)
- Atlantis The Palm
- Ski Dubai
- Dubai Creek
- Kite Beach
- Dubai Water Canal
- Mall of the Emirates
- Gold Souk
- Dubai Museum
- Bollywood Parks
- Bungee Jumping
- Legoland Dubai
- La Mer Beach
- Jumeirah Mosque
- Dubai Frame
Dubai International Airport – (DXB)
Dubai International Airport is one of the world's most occupied airports by international passenger traffic. Dubai International Airport also very well-known as a (DXB) and is one of the sixth occupied cargo airports in the world. Dubai International airport has a capacity of (100 million) passengers (per annum) and the airport is the highest number of passengers average per flight. In 2019, Dubai Airport installed the largest solar energy system as per the goal of the Dubai government to reduce energy consumption by 30% until 2030.
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is the 2nd most populated and the 2nd largest city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Abu Dhabi is the capital city of (UAE). The population is 3.23 Million (2019). The economy of Abu Dhabi worth of (US 200 Billion Dollars). Abu Dhabi covers an area of (972 km 2). Emir Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan (age 71 years) is the ruler of Abu Dhabi and President of UAE.
Places to Visit in Abu Dhabi
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- Ferrari World
- Louvre Abu Dhabi
- Yas Mall
- Al Lulu Land
- Abu Dhabi Mall
- Saadiyat Public Beach
- Observation Deck at 300
- Qasr Al-Hosn
- Emirates Palace
- Yas Water-World
- Heritage Village Abu Dhabi
- Marina Mall
- Yas Marina Circuit
- Emirates Park Zoo
Sharjah
Sharjah is the 3nd Largest Emirate of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the third most populated city of UAE. The population is 2.38 Million (2019). Sharjah covers an area of (235.5 km 2). Sultan Bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi (age 80 years) also known as Sultan III is the ruler of Sharjah and the member of the Federal Supreme Council - the United Arab Emirates since 1972.
Places to Visit in Sharjah
- Sharjah Desert Park
- Al Qasba
- Aquarium & Maritime Museum
- Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
- Sharjah Arts Museum
- Blue Souk - Souk Central Market
- Khalid Lagoon
- Archaeology Museum
- Science Museum
- National Park
Ajman
Ajman is the smallest Emirate of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Ajman is located at the Persian Gulf. The population is 385,000 (2019) and Ajman covers an area of (259 km 2). Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi (age 89 years) also known as Al Nuaimi is the ruler of Ajman and the member of the Federal Supreme Council – the United Arab Emirates since 1981.
Places to Visit in Ajman
- Ajman Beach
- National Museum of Ajman
- Dhow Building Yard
- Ajman City Center
- Etisalat Tower Ajman
- Ajman Marina
- Sheikh Zayed Mosque Ajman
- Dreamland Aqua Park Ajman
Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah is also known as RAK. Ras Al Khaimah is one of the seventh emirate located in the northern part of UAE. The population is 400,000 (2019) and RAK covers an area of (373 km 2). Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi (age 64 years) is the ruler of Ras Al Khaimah and the member of the Federal Supreme Council – the United Arab Emirates since 2010.
Places to Visit in Ras Al Khaimah
- Jebel Jais
- Wadi Shawka
- National Museum and Fort
- Dhayah Fort
- Jazirat Al Hamra
- Hajar Mountains
- Al Hamra Mall
- Iceland Water Park Ras Al Khaimah
Fujairah
Fujairah is one of the seventh emirates of UAE located on the east coast. The population of Fujairah is 250,000 (2019). Hamad Bin Mohammed Al Sharqi (age 71 years) is the ruler of Fujairah and the member of the Federal Supreme Council – United Arab Emirates.
Places to Visit in Fujairah
- Fujairah Fort
- Snoopy Island
- Al Bidyah Mosque
- Fujairah Museum
- Al Aqah Beach
- Sheikh Zayed Mosque Fujairah
- Bull Butting
- Al Hayl Castle
