General Info Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah is the most northern, very beautiful and green Emirate in the UAE. Foreign guests and tourists are hit here by majestic mountain ranges, beautiful nature, plenty of vegetation and amazing white beaches. The main differences of this resort area is a relatively mild climate and a liberal legislation on foreigners. There is no ban here on the sale of alcoholic drinks and no strict requirements to the appearance of foreign guests.

The Emirate is rightly called the flourishing oasis and pearl adorning the Persian Gulf. Azure sea waves, abundant mangrove and palm groves, healing mineral springs, ancient mosques and colorful Arabian constructions, small villages and original nature - all immerse guests in an atmosphere of eastern fairy tale and give an unforgettable holiday in the lap of nature.

The United Arab Emirates don’t get tired to surprise the entire world with incredible man-made structures, wonderful palaces and luxurious buildings. One of the brightest representatives of the Arab economic success is the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Foreign guests and tourists coming here are primarily hit by the natural contrasts of the Emirate. Singing dunes are combined here with mountain landscapes, which gradually flow into perfect coastline.

A green oasis waits for tourists and guests among the thickets of palms, healing mineral springs and, of course, a full set of European entertainment and pleasure - restaurants, nightclubs, bars, discos and attractions. Among the many attractions of the Emirate a special attention worth the metropolitan area - Al Hamra.

During the winter months the water temperature does not drop below +17 degrees Celsius. Closer to spring time temperature begins to increase and reaches +26 degrees Celsius. And the time of real heat comes - the summer months. In summer the average temperature of water is about +35 degrees Celsius. At the end of the summer months, the water cools down a bit and shows an average of +30 degrees Celsius*.

Ras Al Khaimah is one of the oldest Emirates in the United Arab Emirates. The Emirate received its name due to its geographical location. The fact is that the Emirate is located on the northern borders of the state and tops its, and in the Arabic language Ras Al Khaimah means “top of the tent”.

Location and Geographical Advantages

The Emirate is located at the crossroads of main trade arteries going from West to East and back. That is why for a long time a port city was located here, and international trade has been always thriving. The rich trading past became the basis for modern international relations and attraction of foreign investors in the local economy.