Situated in Abu Dhabi’s green garden city and heritage heartland of Al Ain, about one and a half hours away from the capital, this beautiful oasis boasts hectares of palm and fruit trees, a 4,000-year-old tomb, historic mosques, fortified houses and a market, making it a patchwork of history and heritage and a wonderful place to take photographs.
The beautiful Al Qattara Oasis has been cultivated and farmed for three centuries, but there are signs of earlier human habitation, with a 14-me
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Al Qattara, Al Ain
Frequently asked questions about Al Qattara Oasis.
What is the difference between falaj and oasis?
A falaj refers to an ancient water passage dug into the earth for irrigation. It supplies water to the oasis from the mountains.
How many palm trees are there in Al Ain Oasis?
There are 147,000 date palm trees at Al Ain Oasis.
Which is the smallest oasis in Al Ain?
Al Jahili Oasis is the smallest of the seven oases in Al Ain.