Fujairah is a unique emirate located in the eastern part of the UAE map. There are almost no deserts here, a lot of natural vegetation, mountains. Because of this, it is often visited by Russian tourists. Although the remoteness from the country’s large metropolitan areas, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, makes the rest here specific. Before the trip, it is recommended to find out where Fujairah is located on the map of the UAE, the features and benefits of the emirate’s tourism infrastructure.
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Location on the map
When studying the United Arab Emirates, you can see that most of Fujairah is occupied by mountains. This was the reason for the sharp weather contrast compared to other cities in the country. Summer here is not so hot, there is relatively a lot of rain. According to the reviews of tourists vacationing in autumn and winter, the climate is very similar to the Egyptian one. During the day it is not so hot, and in the evening a pleasant coolness comes from the bay.
Mountain ranges almost come close to the coast. The strip of land between them is distinguished by great greenery – there are many natural and artificial plantations. Another advantage of Fujairah on the map of the UAE is its wide beaches. Thanks to this, hotels can offer guests more space than Sharjah or Dubai.
Geographical description of the emirate Fujairah:
- The total area is 1166 km².
- The official capital is Fujairah.
- Located on the coast of the Gulf of Oman.
- The population is 120 thousand people. Most, 80 thousand live in the capital.
- Height above sea level – 134 m.
The mountains here are not high, but the slopes are steep. Therefore, mountain and ski resorts are not being built. Tourist infrastructure – hotels and hotels on the shores of the bay. Three highways connect Fujairah on the map of the UAE with the rest of the cities – E84, E88 and E87. In addition to them, several auxiliary highways have been built, which can be seen on a detailed map.
There are many historical and natural attractions on the territory. Tourists can visit the El Bidia Mosque, an ancient fort located at the easternmost point of the emirate, the El Hefaya Wildlife Center and the traditional Friday market.
History of the emirate
The first mention of the emirate dates back to the 7th century AD. According to the chronicles, a settlement of fishermen called Fujairah was created on the coast of Oman. For a long time, the main source of income for the local population was fishing. But in the 18-19 centuries, trade began to develop here. Due to the convenient location, several transit ports have appeared.
In the 20th century, the growth of the emirate was not as fast as that of its neighbors. The reason is the lack of oil fields. Initially, Fujairah on the map of the UAE belonged to the emirate of Sharjah. But in 1953 it officially became an independent state in the world. The final accession to the United Emirates took place in 1971.
Infrastructure features
Unlike other regions of the country, there are no large tourist facilities here. The main source of income is tourism and hotels. The latter are located in the districts of Kalba, Dibba, Khor Fakkan, El Fujairah, Al Badia. They are located on the coastline, occupy a relatively large area.
There are no large shopping centers and entertainment facilities for Russian tourists in the capital of the emirate. It performs administrative and commercial functions. There are many business centers here. The city of Kalba has mangrove forests that are protected by the state. For diving, you can visit Khor Fakkan, in the sea zone of which there are many interesting places.
Transport
Russian tourists vacationing in Fujairah often plan trips to other emirates – Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah. Most hotels provide free shuttle service to large shopping malls. An alternative is to rent a car or order a taxi. Before your trip, it is recommended to study the interactive location map of Fujairah on the UAE map in order to better plan your travel route.
Distance from the emirate to other cities of the country:
- Dubai – 120 km.
- Abu Dhabi – 281 km.
- Sharjah – 110 km.
- Ras Al Khaimah – 111 km.
- Umm al-Qaiwain – 77 km.
One of the disadvantages of the location of Fujairah on the map of the UAE is undeveloped public transport. There is only one route to Dubai – E700. It departs from the central bus station of the capital, the frequency of departure is 1 hour. The fare is up to 15 Dirhams. The average travel time is 2 hours. Get to other emirates from Fujairah but only through Dubai. An alternative is to order a taxi.
Hotels
Most of the hotels are located on the first coastline. These are large tourist complexes, the advantage of which is solitude, remoteness from large cities of the country. For lovers of a relaxing holiday, the location of Fujairah on the map of the UAE is optimal. There is no such a large tourist flow as in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. At the same time, the price of accommodation is lower, and the level of service does not differ.
Popular hotels in the emirate:
- V Fujairah. The complex is located 4 kilometers from the shopping center of the same name. Free Wi-Fi is available and car rental is available. In addition to the standard pool and access to the bay, there is a large sun terrace. Here the staff speaks Russian.
- Located in the central part of the capital. The hotel complex is designed for outdoor enthusiasts. Here you can order diving, rent a bicycle, a map of convenient hiking has been compiled.
- Clifton International. The hotel has a spa and massage room. The price includes breakfast, a buffet is served in the morning.
You can also book a tour to one of the coastal hotels. Each complex has a network of small shops, souvenir shops. It is possible to organize group and individual sightseeing tours.
Beaches
The length of the coastline is 90 km. It consists of a list of golden-colored fine fractions. The width of the beaches is up to 100 m. Palm groves and artificial natural plantings are located next to them. Here you can often find natural springs with clean water. Access to the public beaches of Fujairah is free. In the photo of tourists you can see that the occupancy of the beaches is small. There is no hype, as in Sharjah or Dubai.
Diving is well developed in this emirate. There are several centers, popular places for diving are Sandy Beach and Al-Aqa. Unlike the waters of the Persian Gulf, there are many corals and marine life. Sometimes there are sea turtles.