Month: October 2022

Jebel Hafeet, on the outskirts of the oasis city of Al Ain, is a popular destination for a quick and easy nature break from Abu Dhabi.

During the summer, the cool mountain air on the summit provides relief from the coastal heat.

This is the second highest peak in the UAE, and the winding road up to the top rewards you with far-reaching, sumptuous views across the mountain’s reaches and down to Al Ain.

At the top of the twisting switchback mountain road, you are rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding desert stretching out in all directions.

Hafeet Mountain Road is a challenge for cyclists who use it frequently for training. The Jabal Hafeet Mercure Challenge is a road cycling competition held each January. National and international riders compete in the mountain’s 8% average ascent. [36] It hosted the arrival of the third stage of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Tour in 2015, which was won by Colombian Esteban Chaves. The road to the top of Jebel Hafeet has been a permanent feature of the UAE Tour since 2019. The mountain was visited twice for the 2020 edition. The first ascent was won by eventual Tour winner Adam Yates, and Team UAE’s promising young rider Tadej Pogacar won stage 5, which ended up being the race’s final stage due to concerns about the coronavirus.

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Sharjah Art Museum houses one of the world’s most renowned collections of work by Arab artists and Middle Eastern art.
Its permanent collection includes works by the biggest names in contemporary Arab art from the 20th century to the present, displayed in the Barjeel Collection Wing.
As well as art from18th and 19th century created by both Arab artists and European artists who centered their work on the Middle East.
This stunning museum features exhibitions and permanent collections by well-known artists. Explore the region’s history through the captivating works of art by Arab and local painters who have greatly enriched the Arab art scene.
This one-of-a-kind museum allows art enthusiasts and all visitors to admire the museum’s art collections and temporary exhibitions. In addition, the museum allows visitors to participate in its programs and workshops.
Investigate the silent magnificence of various mediums and techniques that will pique your interest. The museum hosts a variety of temporary exhibitions and art events throughout the year. Over 4000 titles in Arabic, English, and other languages, as well as visual and audio materials, are housed in the Art Library.
The museum is well-known for its temporary exhibitions program, bringing exhibits from established and emerging artists to the museum’s lower-floor galleries throughout the year.…

The Al Fahidi district of Dubai (also known as Bastakia) is the last remnant of Old Dubai and should not be missed. This small heritage area evokes the city’s simpler, gentler past before skyscrapers took over the skyline.

Bur Dubai is home to the Al Fahidi Historical District. There are no official Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood hours for tourists to contend with; however, visitors are expected to consider the official opening hours of the museums and landmarks they intend to visit.

As you walk through the narrow winding alleyways, you will notice ochre-colored structures made of palm wood, coral, mud, or gypsum. Look up to see the wind towers atop the houses, which were the era’s answer to local air conditioning, with the towers designed to funnel cool air through the buildings. Take an Al Bastakiya tour on an abra along the Creek for the best experience.

The neighborhood’s narrow lanes are lined with carefully restored traditional buildings in traditional Arabian architectural styles, many with wind tower features that kept houses cool before air conditioning became common.

Many of the buildings now house small museums, art galleries, and craft shops, allowing visitors to see typical Arabian interiors.

The Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Understanding is also located in the quarter and offers walking tours of the Al Fahidi quarter as well as on-site traditional meals for visitors interested in experiencing local culinary heritage.…