Kalba Mountain Conservation Centre and Bird of Prey Centre Kalba Mountain Conservation Centre and Bird of Prey Centre are just two of the many protected areas in the Emirate of Sharjah, where a lot of …
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Khor Fakkan, Sharjah
Khor Fakkan has always been a favourite place for a nice little getaway but if you haven’t been for a while, you might be surprised at what’s new and also at parts you just never …
Continue readingVisit Al Suwaidi Pearl Farm, Ras al Khaimah
This post was updated on 18 February 2024 Al Suwaidi Pearl Farm is the only one of its kind in the Middle East and on this fascinating tour, you’ll learn all about the history of …
Continue readingJazeera al Hamra, the old (and allegedly haunted) village
Jazeera al Hamra, Red Island, might seem a misnomer as the land where the village lies is a few hundred feet from the coast but it was originally a tidal island and home to a …
Continue readingAl Rabi Tower, Khor Fakkan
Al Rabi Tower is a great Khor Fakkan viewpoint, the starting point of the Rabi Hiking Trail, the site of a cafe where you can enjoy the view over breakfast or at any time of …
Continue readingAl Miqsar Village
Update 2021: The village has undergone many changes since this post. It is currently being turned into a hotel. The village also has houses, stores, and a mosque all built of rock and clay. The …
Continue readingRAK Nature’s Treasures
RAK Nature’s Treasures is housed on a farm right in the middle of the farming area of Ras al Khaimah. Once you turn off the main road, the drive there is a treat in itself, …
Continue readingAl Hayl Fort and Square
Nestled in the Hajar mountains, Al Hayl Fort is often missed by tourists and residents alike. The fortified courtyard house was originally built in the time of Sheikh Hamad bin Abdullah Al Sharqi, who ruled …
Continue readingThe Governor’s Palace, Masafi Ras Al Khaimah
A little known treasure in Masafi is the Governor’s Palace not far from the fort. It lies within the Fujairah territory of Masafi and was home to Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad al Sharqi although it …
Continue readingShop at Old Souqs in Sharjah
Old Souqs in Sharjah Have you visited the old souqs in Sharjah? Are you like me and love searching for old treasures and love retro? Then Souq al Arsah, Souq Al Masqoof and Souq Al …
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