about United Arab Emirates
| Formal Name |
United Arab Emirates |
| Capital |
Abu Dhabi |
| Area |
83,600 sq km |
| Population |
2,580,000 (1997 est) |
| Language |
Arabic |
| Ethnic Composition |
Arab |
| Religion |
Islam |
| Currency |
Dirham, Dh. 3.672 = US$1.00 |
United Arab Emirates Public Holidays
| January 1 |
New Year's Day |
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| February 12 |
Eid Al Adha |
Festival of Sacrifice |
| May 15 |
Hijra |
Islamic New Year |
| May 14 |
Prophet's Birthday |
|
| August 6 |
H.H. Sheikh Zayed Bin
Sultan Al Nahyan's
Ascension Day |
|
| September 24 |
Laiat Al Miraj |
Ascension of the Prophet |
| October 27 |
Start of Ramadan |
Month of fasting |
| December 2 |
National Day |
|
| November 26 |
Eid Al Fitr |
|
United Arab Emirates History
United Arab Emirates has an anciant history. In the 18th century, Arab tribes migrated from southern parts of Arabian peninsula who established the foundations of the emirates.
In 1971, Six emirates formed United Arabe Emirates. Ras Al-Khaimah joined in the union in 1972.
Seven emirates are; |
|
Abu Dhabi |
Dubai |
Sharjah |
Ajman |
Umm Al-Qaiwin |
Ras-Al-Khaimah |
Fujairah |
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