For the historian, Fujairah is a hidden treasure
waiting to be discovered The old fort in Fujairah's
historic town which is approximately 300 years old
and the many small wind towers still standing in
neighbouring villages as proud reminders of the
town's recent past. However, archaeological
actions
have shown that man's presence in the region
actually dates back to the Iron Age. In fact, some
of -the most important archaeological finds in the
Arabian Gulf have been made in the area.
Fujairah Fort
Situated just two km away from the main
town. It is a strategically located mud
brick structure. A huge castle built in
1670 A.D. which consists of 3 major
parts and several halls and towers
surrounded by the old Fujairah.
The fort was fully renovated in year
2000.
Al Bidya Mosque
Dates back 400 years and
displays a unique feat of
engineering for the time. All
four domes are supported by one
central pillar and internal
decoration combines stone
carvings with special shelves to
house the Holy Quran.
Al Bidya Mosque is located close
to Al Bidya village about 30 km
North of Fujairah.
Al Heil Castle
Built in 1735 near Al Bithnah
Village 13 km west of Fujairah
city, it has guarded the
strategic route across the Hajar
mountains throught Wadi Ham
since the 18th Century, and was
considered among the most
important forts and castles in
eastern part of UAE.
Archeological Sites
Some of the most important
archeological finds in the
Arabian Gulf have made in the
area, and archeological
excavations have shown that
man's presence in the region
actually dates back to the Iron
Age.
Road and Transportation:
Fujairah has established
modern new highway network which link the Emirate
with other sister's Emirates plus excellent internal
roads inside the city of Fujairah.
Communication:
National and International network
as well as phone, Fax and other telecommunication
services are available. Direct dialling and
international calls are possible throught ground
satellite station. Mobile phone and fast Internet
connection are easily available.
Banks:
Fujairah has national and international banks offering
professional banking services of all kinds.
Driving License:
Visitors can easily obtain a
one-month temporary license by presenting their valid
foreign license, International driving license also
acceptable for visitors.z
Visas:
Citizens of GCC and Europe nationals can enter UAE and
Fujairah without visas. Other nationalities can get a 14
days transit visa or visit visa throught a hotel, tour
operators, travel agencies and Emirates & Gulf Airlines
Working Hours:
From 8.00 to 2.30, Saturday to Wednesday for the
public sector, and Saturday to Thursday for the private
sector. Local Time GMT +4 hours
