Historical places in UAE to visit

There are many historical places in uae to visit. And you have to check them out if you ever visit the city. But first, let me introduce you to the country. UAE, or United Arab Emirates, is a federal constitutional monarchy of seven emirates located at the southeast end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf, bordering Oman and Saudi Arabia. The country covers an area of 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi) and has 2 million inhabitants..

Qasr Al Hosn

Qasr al-Hosn fort in UAE is the oldest stone building in Abu Dhabi and was originally a watchtower. The inner fortress, or "hosn", was built in 1795 which makes it the oldest building in the city. Qasr al-Hosn housed the ruling family and their dependents, and also served as a fort to defend the only freshwater well in Abu Dhabi. It is now open to visitors as a museum, displaying a range of items from photographs of Abu Dhabi's traditional way of life to weaponry and Islamic artifacts.The museum also displays models of the original towers, which were made from gypsum, palm fronds, and mud. The fort has been used in recent years for cultural events such as concerts

Sharjah Heritage Area

Sharjah Heritage Area is the heart of Sharjah, where the emirate's art, culture and heritage are demonstrated in its most authentic form. The area is a popular destination for tourists wanting to experience the UAE's past and present, it also offers a variety of shopping outlets, restaurants and entertainment options.

The area is home to a number of museums including the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, Maritime Museum and Heritage Museum. Visitors can also enjoy traditional arts at the Souq al Arsah or browse the stalls of Souq Al Markazi (Central Market) for handicrafts.

Abu Dhabi Heritage Village

The Abu Dhabi Heritage Village is a cultural center in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It was opened in 1976 by Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, founder of the UAE and former president of the country.

The center aims to provide information to tourists on ways of life in the emirate before the discovery of oil. It is located at the Breakwater, near the Ambassador's Bridge in Abu Dhabi, next to Al Bateen Beach.

A circular structure that resembles a fort guards the entrance of the village and traditional music can be heard as you walk through the gate.

Al Ain National Museum

Al Ain National Museum is located opposite Al Ain Palace Museum, which was the home of UAE founder Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

This museum displays the history of Al Ain from the Stone Age to the emergence of the United Arab Emirates. It includes galleries that showcase archeological findings and artworks from different periods.

The museum also exhibits many items on loan from other museums in Abu Dhabi, such as Al Ain Oasis Heritage Village, Hili Archaeological Site and Bida Bint Saud.

Al-Qasimi Palace

Al-Qasimi Palace is a historical building built in the late 19th century as the seat of government for the Al-Qasimi sheikhs of Sharjah and as a place to receive foreign dignitaries.

It is located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The palace was built by Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi II (reigned 1866–1883) to serve as his official seat of government. It was the first permanent building to be built in Sharjah at a time when most buildings were made of mud and palm fronds.

The palace was inhabited by the family until 1932, when they moved to another palace nearby. It has since been used as a guest house for visiting dignitaries and as a venue for special occasions such as Eid al-Fitr prayer and National Day celebrations.

Bithnah Fort

Bithnah Fort was built around 1735 to protect the local oases and date palm plantations. It was originally made of mud and gypsum but was rebuilt in 1816 with stone, coral and mortar sourced from the area. The fort was used as an army base by British troops during the First World War. During the Second World War, it served as a prison for captured Indian soldiers.

The fort is protected by a thick wall that surrounds the entire building, which at some points retains its original height of 2 metres (6 feet). A well-preserved moat surrounds the exterior walls. Three towers are attached to the wall: one to the south and two to the north; these were used for mounting cannons.

The interior of Bithnah Fort has been partially restored for use as a small museum about traditional Emirati lifestyles and heritage. The building also houses a visitor's centre run by Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority.

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