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Tourism is of great importance
to Fujairah as the Emirate is renowned
for its scenic beauty and other qualities
which make it a tourist attraction for
those seeking entertainment and tranquility.
Tourists are attracted by diverse entertainment
activities. Some prefer to swim in the
warm waters as Fujairah beaches extend
for 90 kms along the Gulf, while others
choose to visit ancient archaeological
sites which tell the history and glories
of the ancestors.
Fujairah
is also renowned for its high mountains
of multiple colours and deep valleys
where water courses flow throughout
the year which represent yet another
attraction for tourists. There are marine
reserves where a variety of beautiful
and rare sea creatures live amongst
a jungle of coral reefs - another attraction
for tourists interested in the diving
sport.
Tourists
are also attracted by the mineral and
healing waters such as those to be found
at the Madhab and Gamour springs. The
waters of these springs are claimed
by natives to heal from rheumatism and
some skin diseases. The Wareea's water
falls are is one of the most beautiful
mountainous spots in Fujairah.
The
attractions of Fujairah are not merely
the rugged mountains, the mild weather
or the unspoiled beaches, but tourists
interested in relics may also leisurely
have a stroll in area dating thousands
of years before Christ. The ruins of
old fortresses and mosques at Fujairah,
Bithna and Bidiya areas provide enormous
clues to the spectacular history of
the region.
On
a directive by H.H. the Ruler of the
Fujairah, the Tourist Bureau was set
up to act as a focal point to look after
tourist affairs and promote Fujairah
as a tourist destination.
Fujairah
has three natural marine reserves for
sea creatures set up by a decree issued
by H.H. the Ruler in mid-1995. The reserves
are located at Faqeet, Dhinada and Aqa.
The project represents the most important
step taken by the UAE to protect marine
environment. Apart from that the reserves
are also a tourist attraction for amateur
and professional divers who see a variety
of fish and rare sea creatures underwater.
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