UAE
The United Arab Emirates - a country in southwest Asia in the eastern Arabian Peninsula.
Abu Dhabi - the largest of seven emirates comprising the UAE. It consists of Abu Dhabi city and oasis cities Al Ain and Liwa .
In the capital, Abu Dhabi, the most modern hotels, world- renowned luxurious interiors and the highest level of service. In Abu Dhabi, many art galleries, restaurants, shops, dive centers and other entertainment.
Ajman - the smallest of the emirates comprising the UAE.Ajman - a quiet provincial town of modest means to entertainment. There is a shopping area, cozy restaurants on the main streets .
Dubai - the second largest emirate of the UAE. This world- famous trade center , famous for its gold , silk , fish market and spices.In Dubai, you can see the most beautiful mosques : the famous Jumeirah, Ibrahim Al- Khalil Mosque Hospital Rashid and the Great Mosque with a 70 -meter minaret next to the Old Market .
Ras al -Khaimah - the most northern and most fertile . The city of Ras al -Khaimah is divided into two parts of the same bay .In the western part of the city - the Old Ras Al Khaimah - are famous mosque of the coral blocks in Jazirat al- Hamra , the National Museum , Fort Falayya and ancient watchtowers. In the eastern region - Al- Nahil - the Palace of the Emir , markets and Exhibition Centre.
Umm Al -Quwain - differs from the other emirates heavily indented coastline. Its capital of the same name is famous for camel racing tracks and a water park with an artificial volcano Dreamland height of 18 meters.
Sharjah - UAE only in the dry emirate , which not only allowed to consume alcoholic beverages, but is a criminal offense , even their presence in the luggage . The requirements of the Koran in Sharjah respected to the fullest extent , it is fully extended to foreign tourists.The main attractions of Sharjah King Faisal Mosque are - one of the largest in the Middle East (holds up to 3 thousand worshipers ) , an ancient district Meredzha , guard towers along the Gulf coast of Al- Khan , a monument to the Holy Quran , a monument to progress, and park Al-Jazeera on the island of beautiful beaches and Khalid Lagoon .
Fujairah - emirate , situated on the coast of the Gulf of Oman, in the heart of the mountains Hadzharskih . The pride of the emirate are sandy beaches and the rocky headlands , picturesque canyons , a lot of mineral springs, and greenery, as well as some of the best places in the country for scuba diving.
Kitchen.
In the kitchen, is widely used lamb , veal , goat , poultry, vegetables, fresh and canned fruit. The meat is prepared without fat, so of extremely juicy. Traditional cuisine is an abundance of fish dishes and seafood.All this is being prepared in olive oil with lots of herbs and spices : onion , garlic, pepper , cinnamon and herbs. Popular dishes of beans, rice and pasta .
mezze - a traditional set of hot and cold appetizers ; .
hummus - a paste of peas and sesame seeds ; .
tabbule - finely minced parsley , mint and crushed wheat ; .
And Barak Embankment - similar stuffed cabbage ; .
mahshi Debate - Stuffed kurzhety ( small green zucchini ).
makbus - lamb with spices and rice; .
HARIS - a treat from a specially prepared wheat and tender lamb .
guzi - lamb roasted whole , served on rice with nuts ; .
shawarma - lamb or chicken with lettuce, wrapped in an Arab cake.
Umm Ali - a kind of bread pudding ,
el asayaya - a sweet cheesecake with a cream top,
mehalabiya - pudding , spray rose water and sprinkled with pistachios.
As for drinks, worth a try fresh fruit cocktail or a milkshake with mango .Local Arabic coffee - a very light , slightly roasted beans from , served with cardamom.
Useful information.
In this country, is strictly prohibited to photograph government agencies, sheikhs palaces , military installations and facilities . You can not take pictures of local women , men must ask permission to take photographs.
Special attention should be paid to the fact that in any case not be offered to local residents alcoholic beverages as gifts or souvenirs. Nor should we tolerate them in the clear, including beer . For the appearance in public while intoxicated can go to jail .
Tipping in many restaurants are included in the cost of service (Service charge, 15%). If the mention of this is not shown , we can add to the amount of the bill 10%. Porter at the airport or hotel , you can leave 5.10 dirhams, depending on the amount of luggage. The taxi charge is not accepted. Phone
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Help Desk - 180.
Exact time service - 140.
A telegram by telephone - 130.
Emergency Services :.
The police - 999.
Ambulance - 998.
Fire - 997.
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