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Must-Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the UAE

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  Since the 1970s, the World Heritage Sites list has been developed by UNESCO to demarcate culturally and historically relevant places that must be protected and preserved. These sites have also become major attractions for tourists. Kavan Choksi explores some of the UAE’s World Heritage sites below. I mage source: desertrosetourism.com Al Ain Oasis, Abu Dhabi Al Ain Oasis, a 4,000-year-old settlement, is situated in the middle of the Rub al Khali desert. It is the biggest oasis in the region, covering 1,200 hectares filled with hundreds of thousands of date palms and fruit trees. Legend has it that the UAE's founder, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al-Nahyan, was born in this oasis underneath the shade of the site's majestic trees. Al Ain Oasis visitors can catch a glimpse of the still-working Falaj irrigation system, which is what has nourished the local grasslands for millennia. Hili Archaeological Park, Abu Dhabi Just 15 kilometers outside Al Ain is the Hili Archaeological Pa...

An Expert's Guide On Photographing Buildings In Dubai

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cnn.com According to travel enthusiast and freelance photographer Kavan Choksi , the United Arab Emirates doesn't just hold a number of the world's most gorgeous natural scenes, it's also home to some jaw-dropping man-made structures. In this post, Kavan Choksi looks at five of the most photogenic buildings in the dazzling city of Dubai. The Dubai Frame The Dubai Frame is as magical as architecture gets. This popular tourist attraction offers stunning views of both old and new Dubai, making it the perfect place to snap a photo. The Burj Al Arab The Burj Al Arab stands out among the most luxurious hotels in the world. In addition, this wonder of engineering is one of the most photographed buildings in Dubai. This iconic building is instantly recognizable thanks to its unique sail-like shape, and it's definitely worth a visit if you're in town. The Palm Jumeirah The Palm Jumeirah is one of Dubai's most famous landmarks and one of the most photogenic....