Tag archives for United Arab Emirates
Can Dubai Support a “Mall of the World?”
In case you missed it, Dubai Holding has announced it will build the mother of all malls, the Mall of the World.
Al Sufouh Tramway a Step in Easing Dubai’s Awful Traffic
The Al Sufouh Tramway is a step in the right direction to alleviate the terrible traffic in Dubai.
Abu Dhabi Challenge Solar Car Race a Step towards MidEast Economic Transformation
Earlier this week the International Solar Car Federation, along with Masdar and ADNOC announced the first Abu Dhabi Challenge solar car race.
The Stone Carvings of the Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi
The highlight of Abu Dhabi is undoubtedly the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque--notably the small details.
Abu Dhabi Ascent, a Step toward Accelerating Global Action on Climate Change
Tomorrow marks the start of the Abu Dhabi Ascent, a two-day high level meeting the UN has called to push forward global action on climate change.
Fatteh, the Best Recipe for a Full Tummy in the Middle East
Defined simply, fatteh is a starch slathered with layers of goodness topped with a garnish--in our case, it was bread, hummus, yogurt, minced meat and pine nuts.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi’s Spiritual Highlight
Dominating the skyline of Abu Dhabi, the 82 domes at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque soar into the sky.
The Stunning Desert of Liwa
As you get closer to Liwa, the dunes start to rise and they are layered with stretches of green from the area’s timeless oases.
Al Mayrah Island a Laboratory of Abu Dhabi’s Transformation
One example of Abu Dhabi’s rapid development is Al Mayrah Island, which is becoming another booming pocket of commerce and tourism.
Al Ain Desert Sand Dunes Still Conquer Man
As you complete the drive down the E-22 highway from Abu Dhabi to Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates, terra cotta-hued sand dunes rise above the highway.
Green Mubazzarah a Buffer Between the Desert and Al Ain’s Mountains
At the base of Jebel Hafeet is the Green Mubazzarah, a lush verdant area offering a sharp contrast to much of the desert in Abu Dhabi.
Hafeet Mountains in Oman a Kaleidoscope of Nature and Color
In the Middle East, the Hafeet Mountains between the Khatm al Shakla border crossing and Wadi Jizzi checkpoint is an incredible area to explore in Oman.