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In the Emirates there is no bad weather or low season - here in July, that in February the tourist is waiting for excellent hotels for a real holiday and exciting shopping for tempting prices. Perhaps the policy of the UAE (photos of stunning species we will present in our article) regarding tourism can be expressed in the following words: "We want to surprise everyone with what the country has, and if something does not, it will be built, and then we will surprise you more!"

A little bit about comfort

The flow of tourists wishing to visit the country is becoming more and more. After all, everything is combined with everything in it: in the dunes from the camp of nomads you can see the luminous needle of Burj Khalifa, and camel races are held on the site, neatly squeezed between modern skyscrapers. If you value comfort above all, but are not indifferent to Arab exoticism, Emirates is a place that can satisfy your requests 100%!

UAE: map of the state and geographical features

The new country that appeared in 1971 on the world map, which united six emirates under the protectorate of England, in a short time turned into a developed state with the lowest crime rate in the world and a high standard of living.

UAE (photo you can see in the article) are located mainly on the shore of the Persian Gulf (except for the emirate of Fujairah located on the Indian Ocean coast). And a significant part of the state is in the areas occupied by the Arabian desert. In order to see such beauty: azure sea, velvet desert, majestic Hajar mountains, magnificent cities and masterpieces of palace architecture, it is worth visiting this pearl of the East.

Climate is not a hindrance

Emirates - a country with a dry climate, close to tropical. Rains here are rare and mostly in winter. Imagine that within a year in this territory is typed no more than 10 rainy days! And the temperature in January is surprisingly comfortable: +24 ° С. By the way, despite the fact that the UAE turns into a real "brazier" in August (with a temperature of +48 ° C), at this time there is still a mass of people wishing to visit a hospitable country offering surprisingly comfortable conditions for recreation.

Let's go there now!

United Arab Emirates: the capital - meet!

Abu Dhabi is, perhaps, the greenest city on the coast. He is proud of his parks, fountains and sculptures that adorn boulevards and squares. Abu Dhabi can be compared with a colorful puzzle, assembled from ultramodern landscapes and ancient architectural traditions. Skyscrapers, mosques, oriental bazaars, overflowing with aromas of spices and paints of exotic fruits - all this will make an unforgettable impression on the traveler.

The streets of the city are perfectly straight, and the residents are friendly and always benevolent. A special feature of Abu Dhabi is the huge number of mosques with quaintly decorated minarets. They can admire endlessly.

The pride of the capital (and indeed of the whole country) has always been considered its stunning hotels, built with all sorts of luxury and comfort. They are famous throughout the world for their services, interiors and a huge range of additional services. It is in hotels that most of the galleries, shops, gyms and diving centers of the city are located.

Look at the skyscrapers

The UAE, whose capital photo is offered here, fighting for the attention of tourists, is actively building ever more unimaginable buildings. Let's take a look at these mind-blowing creations of human hands already in existence in Abu Dhabi.

On Al Raha beach you can admire a round skyscraper in the form of a sea shell. This symbol of excellence and stability, designed by the studio MZ can not be ignored.

No less delight will cause you Capital Gate (so-called falling skyscraper), built in late 2011. Imagine that the angle of its tilt is more than 4 times that of the Leaning Tower of Pisa! On the upper floors of this building there is a helipad belonging to the Sheikh Abu Dhabi family.

Do not forget about the Tower of the Marina Mall with its like a flying saucer slowly rotating top.

Yes there, you can not describe all the wonders of the city in a short article: go and see for yourself!

Local restaurants - a gourmet's paradise

But what are the skyscrapers of the UAE in comparison with the cuisine of the Middle East! Go to any restaurant you like, and you will not lose. Among them are those that prefer only Lebanese, Moroccan or Iranian traditions. And for fans of European cuisine there are enough Italian, French, Greek, etc. restaurants, where the dishes will be picked up and served with an unforgettable grace.

For travelers' attention: special attention in the menu should be given to fresh fish from the Persian Gulf or seafood: lobsters, crabs, shrimps. In any kitchen, they are the decoration of the menu!

Lovers of rich and inexpensive food are offered a huge number of small cafes and eateries, in which nevertheless visitors are offered a high level of service and, most importantly, quality products. You do not have to be bored while preparing an order: as soon as you sit at the table, you will be offered salads and bread. Special advice: be sure to try a local fruit drink - a mocktail.

By the way, lunch costs a starving tourist an average of about $ 10. A tip is already included in the bill, so there is no need to leave them.

A few tips for tourists, or "In a strange monastery with its charter ..."

When you come to the Muslim state, you need to be especially attentive to the traditions of the people, who hospitably accepted you. On the streets should not appear in mini, transparent or decollete clothes.

It is not recommended to photograph Muslim women and flirt with them, and it is inadmissible to show more than friendly feelings in public places. In the UAE, a photo of which you can see here, litter, drink alcohol-containing drinks or offer them to local residents - serious offenses.

Staying in the UAE during the Ramadan period requires tourists to be particularly respectful of the religious feelings of believers, and non-observance of regulations is a crime in this country even for foreigners.

Please note that during the Ramadan period, many shops start work from 8 pm to 3 am, and most bars and restaurants do not provide musical or other entertainment. During the day, the country is fasting (one can not only eat and drink, but also smoke, and even just chew gum on the street). True, tourists can do all this on the territory of their hotels.

How it is better to have a rest?

United Arab Emirates are famous for their opportunities for active recreation and sports, which is more than enough to cover the lack of historical sights.

So, very popular in the country is a safari on jeeps or motorcycles, which allows you to get to know the life of Bedouins. In addition, there are also kart racing, horseback riding, camel racing, as well as excursions to the Sheikh's Stables and zoos. A great popularity is fishing at sea or catching crabs, skiing on sand is no less common.

And shopping in the Emirates has long been a special attraction. After all, the UAE is a huge trade area, for which duties are not imposed, a similar circumstance, in turn, allows setting competitive prices for popular goods in countries.

If you miss the snow, then in this situation, the Emirates will be able to offer you a great holiday: ski resort Ski Dubai. This is a unique indoor complex with artificial snow, which offers skiing, snowboarding and sledging. Considering that the Arabian desert is surrounded by a hot sun, you can imagine how exotic this (possible only in the UAE) holiday is!