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Liwa is the legendary oasis of Abu Dhabi. It marks the last “civilized” place in the Emirates before the vast emptiness of the Rub Al Khali, the largest uninterrupted sand desert in the world. The oasis is a crescent of … Continue reading→
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Every year the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage organizes a Camel Festival in the Western Region capital city, Madinat Zayed. Much hyped in the radio and on the streets, it’s actually very hard to understand what exactly is … Continue reading→
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While Abu Dhabi is definitely a very pleasant place to live, Bahrain has more cultural heritage – and it has done a lot to preserve it. The reversal of fortune between the two countries is actually stunning. Bahrain’s major lifeline … Continue reading→
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Modern Art in the Middle East It is surprising what hidden treasures lie in some unlikely places in the Middle East. Bahrain’s restauration of the Muharraq old quarter is exemplary. Having grown to love this place over a few visits, … Continue reading→