The 30 Best Sights of the UAE 2021

Al Jakhili Fortress (Al Ain)
Al Jakhili Fortress is a wartime monument of Arab architecture. It was built at the end of the 19th century. It is located in the central part of Al Ain, surrounded by a park. You should pay special attention to this remarkable sight in the UAE.
The fortress was built by the order of Sheikh Al Nahyan. It was intended to defend the city and to give shelter to the citizens in the period of internecine strife. The palace also served as a resting place for the sheikh and his family. In its original form, the fortress had a watchtower and a fort in the shape of a square. Now the appearance has undergone some changes, but the Old Fort has been almost completely preserved.
The tower consists of four tiers. The first two are open to the public. In the western part of the fort are the soldiers' barracks. These buildings are among the new ones. In one of the barracks is an exhibition hall with photographic works by Wilfrid Thesiger. The Arabs have a deep respect for this Englishman with a complex fate who loved Arabia and the manners of the Bedouins. He is also famous for his explorations during his countless journeys.
Excursions to Al Ain begin with the fortress and the park around it. There are palm trees, fountains, and playgrounds on its territory. All this allows you to relax in the midst of calm and tranquility.

Wild Wadi Waterpark (Dubai)
What to see in the UAE, besides the already world-famous attractions? Wild Wadi Water Park, which is located in Jumeirah, Dubai, fully answers the question.
Area of the water park is 5 hectares. Technical equipment is the most modern, which is why the institution is considered one of the most expensive in the world.
The park is designed like the Wadi River, which flows among the mountain cliffs. All attractions have their own legend associated with the adventures of Sinbad. There are 24 rides in total. They are connected by different water slides, the length of which is more than one and a half kilometers.
Particularly notable are the following attractions:
The slide is 33 meters high. Going down it, you can reach speeds of up to 80 km/h.
The complex in the form of a tube, which includes 8 slides.
Riding on rafts.
A pond with a low water level. Here is an imitation of a sunken ship with various slides, swings and fountains. It is designed for the youngest visitors.
Swimming pools for beginner surfers with artificial wave.
Water temperature is a comfortable 28 degrees. On the territory of the water park there is a well-developed catering infrastructure. Everything you need for swimming can be purchased on the spot. The park is equipped with a modern water purification system. More than 50 lifeguards are constantly on duty along the entire perimeter.

Singing Fountains (Dubai)
Singing fountains in Dubai are a symbol of wealth and prosperity of the country. The complex is located in the center of a 12 hectare swimming pool. The pool is decorated with mosaics and located next to the Burj Khalifa - the highest skyscraper. The reservoir is illuminated by a huge number of spotlights. The height of the jet during a performance reaches 150 meters. This power is provided by the water cannons, which emit a sound like a gunshot.
The cannons, pumps and music are controlled by a program which was specially developed during the creation of the fountain. Around the entire pool are powerful acoustic systems. They accompany the dance of the water with various songs in Arabic and English. In total, about 20 songs are performed during the day without repeats. Only at the very beginning of the performance there is a song in honor of the capital.
Attractions in the UAE are characterized by a huge financial investment. Singing fountains are no exception. The spectacular project cost $217 million, and this is the most expensive fountain in the world. They do not call it "the 8th wonder of the world" for nothing - the energy of water, light and music makes you forget about everything and dissolve completely in the amazing beauty of the spectacle.

Golden Market (Dubai).
Apart from the fact that Dubai can rightly be considered the city of the future, it also holds the leading position in gold sales in the world. Millions of tourists flock here to see the famous Dubai Gold Market in person, not to mention businessmen and avid shopaholics. Get to this place with the help of Dubai guides or you can drive there yourself using the local transport.
The total area of this market is amazing and by the number of sold jewelry it surpasses any of gold markets in the world. If you approach the purchase of jewelry wisely and know the current prices of gold, you can save a significant amount. The main thing is to always haggle with the sellers. There is no need to be afraid of fraud, because all the jewelry items are thoroughly checked.
The range of gold jewelry is huge, there is jewelry for every taste: from small delicate rings to massive heavy pendants. Aside from gold, you can also find silver jewelry, diamonds, pearls and other semi-precious and precious stones. At the Gold Market, you can buy unique pieces by famous brands. If you decide to buy a copy of the original jewelry, you can be sure that it will be of very high qualit

The Palm Islands (Dubai)
The Palm Islands can rightly be considered the eighth wonder of the world. Of all the things that were built by man, only this artificial archipelago and the Great Wall of China are visible from space. This place is a business center, today it is the center of tourism of the entire Persian Gulf.
The archipelago is made up of three sights in the UAE - the islands, which in appearance are date palms. This plant is especially revered in Islam. The largest of the artificial islands is the Palm Deira Island, the Palm Jebel Ali and Jumeirah are a bit more modest in size. Following the terminology, Palms would be more correct to call the peninsulas, as they are connected to the shoreline by their "trunks". The crown of each island is the crescent, a symbol of the Islamic religion. The islands are protected from the water by barrier reefs on which are carved quotations from the poems of the Sheikh of Dubai.
You can always find an activity to your liking in the Palm Islands: you can go scuba diving, yachting or windsurfing. Stunning architectural structures such as the underwater bridge, Aquaventure water park and the famous Atlantis Hotel complete the picture.
The monorail is a must-see for a low-altitude tour of Palm Jumeirah. You are waiting for a stunning experience, and the question of friends about what to visit in the UAE, you can safely answer - the Palm Island

Burj Khalifa (Dubai)
What is the first thing that comes to mind when talking about sights in the UAE? Of course the grandiose Burj Khalifa. This building was originally planned as the tallest in the world, its height was kept secret until the end, so that it could be adjusted in case a higher building was designed. The height of this truly enormous skyscraper is 828 meters (163 floors), 196 meters taller than the Shanghai Tower, which is 632 meters tall.
At the time of its design the building was named Burj Dubai, but it was later renamed in honor of the President of the United Arab Emirates.
Inside this huge building in addition to the hotel are apartments, a huge number of shopping centers and offices. The highest observation deck is located at a height of 472 m. The air inside the Dubai Tower, in addition to cooling, is additionally flavored. Not far from the skyscraper there are the world's tallest singing fountains, which are an unusually beautiful sight.
If you want to visit the observation deck on the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa, tickets must be purchased in advance to save time and money.