The smallest emirate in the UAE, Ajman is also the poorest.
Against the background of powerful older brothers Dubai and Abu Dhabi, he may look like a poor relative, but rest here has a number of serious advantages. Having studied all the pros and cons, rational travelers buy tours to Ajman, because a healthy economy is a great chance to relax more often and more varied.
History with geography
The smallest emirate is located in the north-east of the country and is surrounded by Sharjah on three sides. The fourth side is the magnificent waters of the Persian Gulf, on the shores of which beach hotels are built.
Oil has not yet been found off the coast of Ajman, and this is precisely the reason for its economic lag behind its neighbors. Until the beginning of the 19th century, the emirate was under the yoke of the sheikhs of Kasimi, and only after being freed, it got a chance for development.
Unlike their wealthy neighbors, the residents of Ajman are accustomed to working hard, and the main income for the emirate's economy comes from pearl mining and the cultivation of dates. However, each participant of tours to Ajman is also a significant contribution to well-being, and therefore guests are provided with increased attention and high service guaranteed.
Top 10 attractions in Ajman
Keeping traditions
Going on tours to Ajman, travelers can be sure that in addition to beach relaxation, they will get an unforgettable experience from excursions and sightseeing. Firstly, Sharjah and Dubai are located within a half-hour taxi ride, and in addition, Ajman itself has something to do for an inquisitive guest.
The seaport offers excursions to the shipyard, where Arab sailing ships are still assembled according to ancient technologies. They are called dhows and are made from teak wood exported from India. You can take a boat trip on the dhow.
It is no less interesting to visit the camel race for which the emirate is famous. Fans of the study of historical artifacts will love the National Museum, which has thousands of items, including ancient weapons and manuscripts.
Things to do in Ajman
Briefly about the important
- From the airports of Dubai or Abu Dhabi, participants of tours to Ajman can get to their hotel by taxi, the cost of which should be negotiated in advance.
- There are few hotels in the emirate, but the prices for their services are slightly lower than in the neighboring large cities. At the same time, the beaches of Ajman are in no way inferior to those of Dubai, and before all "/>
