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Perfect Picnic Spot in Al Difayyin: Mountains and Desert Harmony

missionsoffroad — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 17:53:59 +0000

Nature has a unique way of captivating our hearts and soothing our souls. Picture this: a serene oasis nestled between majestic mountains and a vast desert landscape of Al Difayyin, offering a breathtaking panorama that invites you to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. In our quest for …

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Tahil Desert—Under the Branches of Ghaf Trees

missionsoffroad — Sat, 19 Feb 2022 11:29:55 +0000

Tahil is a remote settlement in the desert of Sharjah, in the United Arab Emirates that consists of a tiny group of houses and a mosque. Here, camels in herds peacefully traverse the distant dunes of Tahil desert, seeking shade and shelter under the branches of wonderful ghaf trees. PRECIOUS …

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Rendezvous with Wildlife: Mesmerizing Moon Lake in Dubai Desert

missionsoffroad — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 09:59:48 +0000

Moon Lake in the Dubai Desert is one of a few places in the United Arab Emirates, where you have wildlife at your fingertips. Arabian oryxes and Arabian gazelles were recently re-introduced into the desert as part of the UAE’s conservation efforts. Moon Lake, which is actually an artificial lake, …

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Woodlands of Ras Al Khaimah Desert

missionsoffroad — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 17:13:11 +0000

Craving the sun and fresh air, we look for opportunities to be in the bosom of nature and rest from the hustle and bustle of the city. Woodlands of Ras Al Khaimah desert behind Sheikh Khalifa Specialty Hospital has plenty of options for an afternoon picnic or overnight camping. Such …

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Al Ghail Village – Where the Mountains Meet the Desert

missionsoffroad — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 20:18:08 +0000

The deserts are found to be occupying the majority of the United Arab Emirates terrain. This barren landscape surmounted by a vast expanse of sand, although mystifying and astonishing, may seem monotonous for regular visitors. Therefore, finding a unique place, like the region of Al Ghail, where the mountains meet …

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Al Mazra Fort – the Eerie Marvel

missionsoffroad — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 22:12:21 +0000

UAE has many beautiful forts and castles scattered across the whole country. They are a symbol of might and strong defense that once protected the land. While many of these cultural heritage sites are well preserved and restored, some (like Al Mazra Fort in Ras Al Khaimah) are suffering from …

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Desert Mirage or Oasis? Al Qudra Forest

missionsoffroad — Sun, 22 Nov 2020 11:33:16 +0000

Desert brings up on mind an image of a sandy arid, barren and rather lifeless landscape, but appearances can be deceptive and Al Qudra forest is a perfect example of that. Although deserts habitats are indeed largely dry and parched, they are able to support a great variety of life. …

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Wandering Dunes Of Half Desert Road in Dubai

missionsoffroad — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 18:52:32 +0000

As you drive over the wandering dunes of half desert road in Dubai, you will realize that nature has always its way of striking back at humans plans. As soon as you leave the city, this surreal landscape of network of roads built years ago and now being eaten up …

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Unexpected Geological Gem: Al Wathba Fossil Dunes

missionsoffroad — Tue, 12 May 2020 01:59:44 +0000

United Arab Emirates is endowed with a wide variety of desert landscapes and geological features. Among them are Al Wathba fossil dunes in Abu Dhabi – the petrified natural sand formations in various sizes and shapes, at times forming a landscape that is confusingly similar to the landscape of Mars. THE …

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Top 4 Ultimate Beginner Off-Road Desert Trails in the UAE

missionsoffroad — Tue, 11 Feb 2020 16:33:02 +0000

Did you just get your off-road car and want to hit the desert in the United Arab Emirates? In this post, I am going to recommend to you four beginner off-road desert trails where you can easily learn how to drive on the sand. BASIC RULES FOR OFF-ROADING Before we …

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