Ras Al Khor, Protected wetland sanctuary in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The sanctuary encompasses 6.2 square kilometers of salt flats, mangroves, mudflats, and lagoons connected to Dubai Creek within an urban environment.
The Dubai Municipality established this protected area in 1985 and officially designated it as a wildlife sanctuary on March 1, 1998.
The sanctuary functions as an educational center where visitors learn about conservation methods and observe the natural behaviors of resident species.
Three observation hides along the perimeter provide visitors with clear views of flamingos and other water birds from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM in winter.
The sanctuary maintains 450 species of fauna and 47 types of flora while being completely surrounded by Dubai's metropolitan infrastructure.
Location: Emirate of Dubai
GPS coordinates: 25.19562,55.34380
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:09
The United Arab Emirates feature an architectural landscape where modern structures coexist with historical remnants. In Dubai, the Burj Khalifa rises to 828 meters and is the tallest skyscraper in the world, while the artificial island of Palm Jumeirah demonstrates the country’s coastal engineering skills. In Abu Dhabi, the five Etihad Towers line the waterfront, and the Qasr Al Hosn, built in the 18th century, is the capital’s oldest stone building. These modern achievements sit on land that also preserves ancient traces, such as the tombs of Jebel Hafeet carved into the rock more than 5,000 years ago. Cultural and religious buildings round out this overview. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque covers over 22,000 square meters and invites visitors to explore its architecture and prayer halls. The Louvre Abu Dhabi displays international collections beneath a metal dome designed by Jean Nouvel, creating distinctive light effects inside. In Ajman, the local museum is housed in a restored 18th-century fortress, while the Dubai Opera takes the shape of a dhow, a traditional regional boat. These sites offer varied perspectives on the architectural development of the Emirates and merit thorough exploration.
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