Around the world in 182 days: UAE

On December 3, 2022December 2, 2022 By Agata 40thousandkmIn Middle Middle EastLeave a comment

Introducing the UAE’s rich culture and bright future. Pavilion of UAE at EXPO 2020 in Dubai, UAE.

UAE Pavilion at EXPO 2020 Dubai

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Around the world in 182 days: Morocco

On December 1, 2022December 2, 2022 By Agata 40thousandkmIn Middle Middle East, Shine Bright3 Comments

A kingdom of inspiration. Pavilion of Morocco at EXPO 2020 in Dubai, UAE.

Morocco Pavilion at EXPO 2020 Dubai

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Happy Halloween!

On October 31, 2022October 31, 2022 By Agata 40thousandkmIn Where Maple Leaves Fall1 Comment

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Halloween: ‘haunted’ places of the UAE

On October 30, 2022November 1, 2022 By Agata 40thousandkmIn 1001 Things to Do, In Black and White, Middle Middle East5 Comments

Some – believed to be hounted – places in the United Arab Emirates…

Al Madam Ghost Village, Sharjah, UAE

At Al Madam Ghost Village – half-buried town with a mosque, abandoned (no reason known…) few years after it was built – in Sharjah Emirate, UAE. It might be not a long time until the houses are completely swallowed by sand.

Al Jazirah Al Hamra – Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

A fort and abandoned (believed to be hounted) houses in Al Jazirah Al Hamra Old Town – the Emirate of Ras al Khaimah, UAE. Al Jazirah Al Hamra (The Red Island) was originally a tidal island (hence the name). In the early 19th century there were around 200 inhabitants (most of them pearl fishers), in the second half of 20. century: 2500. At the beginning of 20th century it became the part of Ras Al Khaimah. In 1968 – as a result of a dispute – most of the people moved to Abu Dhabi (and hence abandoned village). Renovated Al Jazirah al Hamra Fort (and surrounding villas) hosts today the Heritage Village – a spot for art events and workshops.

Sunset at Al Madam Ghost Village, Sharjah, UAE

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One World Sunday: Steps

On August 7, 2022August 8, 2022 By Agata 40thousandkmIn Challenge List Collaboration, Here and There, The Country on the Vistula River2 Comments

Steps in Ancient Theatre of Fourvière in Lyon (France), in Naples Underground (Italy) and in Wieliczka Salt Mine (Poland). Posted for: One Word Sunday Challenge: Steps – by Debbie from Travel With Intent.