About Al Ain
Al Ain is the principal town in Al-Buraymi oasis and belongs to the south-eastern Abu Dhabi Emirate. Established at the foot of the Jebel Hafit mountain, the highest in U.A.E, Al Ain is known to be at least 3000 years old and the home of the world's oldest irrigation channel. Today it is considered to be the cultural centre of the Emirates, hosting the University of the Emirates. Al Ain, meaning the "Spring" but nicknamed "Garden City" has earned international recognition for its environmental efforts and received the Nation in Bloom award in 1998 honoring the yearly Al Ain Flower Show.
In 2003, Al Ain signed a protocol with the UNESCO to protect and enhance its cultural heritage and maybe one day inscribe it in the World's Heritage list.
In addition to many museums, the city of Al Ain offers more than 65 gardens and parks, an animal market, a zoo , several ancient forts and archaeological sites to visit. It has a hot but pleasant climate with low rainfall.
The town is located 160 kilometers from Abu Dhabi City and 135 from Dubai. It counts 300,000 inhabitants. Al Ain is an harmonious blend of Past and Modernity, served with lots of respect for the environment and topped with true Arabian ambience. A delightful Holiday treat!
For information and photos of Al Ain City, please visit www.alain.ae
In 2003, Al Ain signed a protocol with the UNESCO to protect and enhance its cultural heritage and maybe one day inscribe it in the World's Heritage list.
In addition to many museums, the city of Al Ain offers more than 65 gardens and parks, an animal market, a zoo , several ancient forts and archaeological sites to visit. It has a hot but pleasant climate with low rainfall.
The town is located 160 kilometers from Abu Dhabi City and 135 from Dubai. It counts 300,000 inhabitants. Al Ain is an harmonious blend of Past and Modernity, served with lots of respect for the environment and topped with true Arabian ambience. A delightful Holiday treat!
For information and photos of Al Ain City, please visit www.alain.ae
Al Jahili Fort at sunset
Aerial view of Jebel Hafeet
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