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Fujairah Travel Guide
Fujairah started its tourism development only recently and therefore it is considered one of the traditional spots in UAE. There are beautiful 5 star resorts on the Indian Ocean to give you and your guests a relaxing stay. The Emirate offers the best diving and snorkelling opportunities in the country.
Fujairah as a Tourism Destination
Fujairah, one of the seven emirates constituting the UAE, is a popular tourist destination. Fujairah is the only emirate that lies to the eastern end of the UAE, along with Gulf of Oman, while the other six emirates are located along the Arabian Gulf. The Hajar Mountains separate Fujairah from the rest of the country.
Fujairah Borders
North: Ras Al Khaimah
West: Sharjah & Ras Al Khaimah
South: Sharjah
East: Indian Ocean (also called Oman Gulf)
Fujairah Int Airport - Dubai Marina: 144 Km - 85 mins
Int Airport - Dubai Int Airport: 114 Km - 60/70 mins
Int Airport - Al Makhtoum APT: 150 Km - 85 mins
Int Airport - Abu Dhabi Airport: 230 Km - 130 mins
Int Airport - Yas Island: 226 Km - 120/130 mins
Int Airport - Liwa: 425 Km - 220/240 mins
Int Airport - Sharjah: 100 Km - 50/60 mins
Int Airport - Ajman: 117 Km - 60/70mins
Int Airport - Umm Al Quwain: 127 Km - 60/70 mins
Int Airport - Ras Al Khaimah: 110 Km - 80/90 mins
The Origins of the name Fujairah
It originates from the name of the big mountain spring, till now supplying some villages with water. It means “to spring”.
Several are the activities/visits in Fujairah. The Fujairah port is an important port for container liners and the world’s largest livestock shipping companies have set up their main holding station for cattle for the entire Arabian Peninsula here. The clean beaches and the numerous water sports such as water surfing, yachting, swimming and deep sea fishing, draw tourists all round the year. Fujairah has some of the best snorkeling and scuba diving in the UAE, and there are other water sports such as yachting, swimming, water surfing and deep-sea fishing that also attract tourists throughout the year. The best time to visit Fujairah is during the autumn or spring when the temperature is still hot, but the rains are yet to arrive.
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Population: 192.190 (2014 Estimate)
Area: 440 square miles (1,150 sq km)
Fujairah International Airport (IATA: FJR) From a flight of fancy to a living reality, UAE's fifth and only airport on the east coast became operational on October 29,1987 at Fujairah, reflecting the Emirate's growing importance as a center for aviation, commerce and tourism. Equipped with all that is best in modern aviation and air-cargo handling technology, the airport ensures quicker turnaround for airlines and optimum comfort for passengers. Strategically located, Fujairah International Airport is the ideal trading and transit point in the booming sea-air cargo business between East and West, with the Emirate's modern seaport in close proximity. With an Open-Skies Policy, highly competitive handling rates, low fuel prices, no-fuss customs and immigration, and more personalized and efficient service, Fujairah International Airport has added new dimensions to the UAE's aviation scene.
Fujairah Port Port of Fujairah is the only multi-purpose port on the Eastern seaboard of the United Arab Emirates, approximately 70 nautical miles from the Straits of Hormuz. Initial Construction of the Port started in 1978 as part of the economic development of the UAE. Full operations commenced in 1983. Since then the Port has embarked on a continuing process of enhancement to both its facilities and its comprehensive range of functions.
Very Important: The stop in Fujairah by the famous cruise liners is in Khor Fakkan Port which belongs to Sharjah Emirate and in the Sharjah Tourism Guide you will find all the relevant information.
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