United Arab Emirates Fact Sheet
- Area: 83,600 sq. km
- Population: ~ 10 Million
- Currency: UAE Dirham (AED)
- Population Density: 111 people/ sq km
- Dominant Language: Arabic
- Dominant Religion: Islam
- Structure of Government: Federal Absolute Monarchy
- Climate Type: Desert
- Major Resource: Oil
Did you know that, United Arab Emirates is the sixth richest country globally, and only about 20% of the people living here are actually locally born.
United Arab Emirates Flag
The UAE’s flag features three horizontal stripes of green, white, and black, with a vertical red stripe on the hoist side. Each colour represents important values: green symbolizes hope and prosperity, white stands for peace, black represents strength, and red signifies courage.
United Arab Emirates Geography
United Arab Emirates is a Middle Eastern country located on the eastern side of the Arabian Peninsula. The country borders Saudi Arabia, Oman, the Persian Gulf, and the Gulf of Oman.
With an area of about 83,600 square kilometres, the United Arab Emirates is a collection of seven emirates, each ruled by an emir.
The United Arab Emirates is slightly smaller than Austria, yet has a population of 11 million — 2 million more than Austria.
Oil wealth has transformed its traditional agricultural, fishing, and pearl-trading economy into a global economic and tourism hub. Today it is the sixth richest country globally in GDP per capita at constant prices.
United Arab Emirates History
In 1820 seven emirates on the eastern coast of the Arabian peninsula joined together and signed a treaty with the United Kingdom. This area remained a British protectorate until 1971 when it gained independence as the United Arab Emirates.
Each member of the UAE retained its hereditary dynasty, which rules domestically as an absolute monarchy. The emir of Abu Dhabi is a President as part of the custom as Abu Dhabi is the largest and most populous emirate.
In the 1950s, Oil was discovered in UAE. Since then Oil and Gas are the main foundations of the UAE economy while tourism and transport also play crucial roles.
United Arab Emirates Interesting Facts
- The United Arab Emirates is a fascinating blend of tradition and modernity, where ancient cultures meet futuristic architecture. The country is home to the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, standing at an incredible 829.8 meters. This architectural marvel is just one example of the UAE’s commitment to innovation and luxury.
- Ajman is the smallest emirate in the UAE and covers only 260 square kilometres.
- Abu Dhabi is the capital and the largest emirate accounting for 87% of the total area.
- Terminal 3 of the Dubai International Airport is the largest airport terminal in the world
- The Dubai International Airport is the second busiest airport in Asia
- The Capital Gate in Abu Dhabi is the world’s most inclined building
- The Dubai Mall is one of the largest malls in the world
- IMG Worlds of Adventure located in Dubai is the largest indoor-themed entertainment destination in the world
- The Ferrari World is the first Ferrari-branded theme park in the world and has the world’s fastest roller coaster Formula Rosso is located here
- The Dubai Aquarium Tank, with a capacity of 10 million litres is the world’s largest suspended aquarium in the world
- The 492 feet tall Dubai Frame is the world’s biggest picture frame
- Ski Dubai is the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East
- The Dubai Celebration Chain is the world’s longest handmade gold chain weighing 240 kg
- Dubai is home to four human-made islands – The Palm Jumeirah, the Palm Jabel Ali, Deira Islands and the Worlds
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