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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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