Looking at the world map with the aim of choosing a place of rest, many lovers of travel are holding a look at the United Arab Emirates located on a bad strip of land on the shores of the Persian Gulf. Moreover, among tourists, both beach and excursion tours along the UAE are in demand. This country is ready to receive guests year -round, however, in the summer there is often a exhausting heat, from which, however, it is easy to hide on the coast, where a fresh breeze blows from the bay.
Rest in Umm-El-Kuwain-one of the seven emirates forming the UAE, will bring pleasure to those who prefer calm and lulling the noise of the waves. This miniature emirate with wide opportunities for relaxation is quite consistent with its name, which in translation from Arabic denotes “source of forces”. Moreover, the forces that give each guest rest in this region are enough for a whole year – until the next arrival in the UAE.
Undoubtedly, the favorite place of walks of both local residents and tourists is the embankment, stretching for several kilometers along the edge of the bay. Having moved a little deep into the peninsula, on which the emirate is located, the guests of the Umm-El-Kuwain find themselves in its central part, where you can see the Emir Palace, noisy oriental markets, shops and restaurants, as well as buildings in which there are cans and offices of companies.
Be sure to devote one day of the tour to a trip to the island of Al Shari – the habitat of various species of sea birds. By the way, archaeologists managed to discover here early Islamic settlements, which have over two millennia. Among the other natural attractions of the region – surrounded by high dunes, the final garden, oases, numerous picturesque lagons and small islands located near the peninsula.
Also, UMM El Kovein, a vacation in which tourists of various ages will appreciate, have excellent conditions for sports, primarily horseback, because there is a well -known school in the entire eastern region. In addition, tourists will be able to observe their favorite entertainment of local residents – camel begs or ride boats “DOW” running around the bay.
One of the largest Dreamland water park with water slides, a pool with artificially caused waves, as well as an artificial volcano with simulating eruption with lighting effects is considered a local attraction. The height of this creation of human hands – 18 meters.
In UMM-El-Kuynein there will be something to do with history lovers, because three patrol towers have survived to this day-everything that remains of the once strong and reliable defensive wall, as well as the fort and mosque built in the 19th century. An old building, built about two centuries ago from coral stones, is also of interest: today there is a research center where various varieties of fish and shrimp are bred here.
Most of the inhabitants of this part of the UAE are busy in fishing fishing, supplying fresh seafood for the whole country. Tourists can also experience good luck – lovers to sit with a fishing rod. Emirate guests also prefer a visit to the Beduin village located around the city, where they get acquainted with their life and customs. By the way, the villages are connected with the center with good highways, so the trip promises to be comfortable.
Squatting bays, luxurious beaches and mangroves located on the islands are waiting for tourists in any season. Nevertheless, many of our compatriots prefer to go to this region from October to April, when the conditions for relaxing here are the most comfortable. Tours in the UAE for the New Year are also popular, which provide the opportunity to celebrate this favorite holiday, splashing in the warm waters of the Persian Gulf.