FUJAIRAH: WHAT TO DO THERE?
A
city that speaks for itself with the endless opportunities and
activities that surround you. Many fascinating adventures await you
just a couple of steps away from Coral Residence Tower.
The Beaches - Fujairah is a city that is widely reputed for its white sandy
beaches, and the activities that come along are only endless as in
snorkeling, scuba diving and sailing among many others.
The Fujairah Fort - This reputedly 360-year-old fort lies on a hill at the edge of the
date gardens, surrounded by the remains of the old town houses.
The Fujairah Heritage Village - Near Fujairah Fort, this has a good selection of traditional houses
and fishing boats made from palm fronds, providing an interesting
backdrop to its living reconstruction of traditional life on the East
Coast.
The Fujairah Museum - Situated just
south of the fort and opposite the Ruler's Palace, Fujairah Museum is a
small modern building, where many of the artifacts found in
archaeological digs at Qidfa, Bithnah and other places are on display.
Ain Al Madhab Gardens - This park, also called the National Park, is a mineral spa with
chalet accommodation on the western edge of the town. It is an
extensive park with playground and a Heritage Village around the ruins
of an old fort, which shows traditional costumes, pottery and utensils.
Bullfighting - On weekends in winter, watch out for the famous Fujairah bullfights -
a bloodless sport in which two bulls test their strength against one
another. |