Jabal Hafit, Mountain and tourist attraction at Abu Dhabi-Oman border, United Arab Emirates.
Jabal Hafit stands 1,249 meters tall, featuring limestone formations and a winding road with 60 turns leading to expansive views of Al Ain city.
The mountain houses over 500 ancient burial tombs from 3200 BCE, marking the beginning of the Bronze Age and early human settlements in the UAE.
The protected area integrates into the Sheikh Zayed Network, preserving local wildlife including the Arabian Caracal and Egyptian Vulture populations.
Visitors can access the mountain via the 11.7-kilometer road by car or bicycle, with the Mercure Hotel at the summit offering accommodation and dining.
The mountain contains an intricate cave system with preserved stalagmites and stalactites, documenting geological changes through marine sedimentary rocks.
Location: Emirate of Abu Dhabi
Location: Al Buraimi Governorate
Elevation above the sea: 1,108 m
Address: Jebel Hafeet
GPS coordinates: 24.05796,55.78086
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:32
The United Arab Emirates feature contemporary architectural achievements and monuments that reflect their heritage. Over a few decades, the country has developed infrastructures attracting millions of visitors: glass and steel towers redefining city skylines, international museums showcasing collections from various eras, custom-made islands spread across the Persian Gulf. Alongside these recent constructions, stone forts and mosques serve as reminders of the region's history and traditions.
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