FUJAIRAH
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamed Al
Sharqi, Founding Father of the UAE
and former Ruler of Fujairah.
HH Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al
Sharqi, Member of Supreme Council
and Ruler of Fujairah.
Founding Father: HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamed Al Sharqi (1942 – 1974)
Current Ruler: HH Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi (1974 – present)
Important Landmark: Al Bidyah Mosque
Key Industries: Tourism, Agriculture & Shipping Port
T
he Emirate of Fujairah derives
its name from a spring of water
located beneath one of the
mountains. It is the 5th largest
emirate. Unlike other emirates, Fujairah
is almost completely mountainous and
is the only emirate that lies along the
eastern side of the UAE, along the Gulf
of Oman. It has the highest amount of
rainfall in the UAE. Its strategic location
provides easy access to international
shipping routes which has played a key
role in its development as one of the
world’s top oil-bunkering ports.
Education is a top priority in securing
sustained prosperity and building the
future of Fujairah. The emirate of Fujairah
offers a superior learning environment
with an excellent range of schools
and leading academic institutions and
vocational training facilities. Education
options include child education to
career development, which are provided
through a variety of educational facilities
throughout the emirate.
The historical importance of Fujairah
dates back to the period before the birth
of Christ. It was known in the old ages
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Thank You!
Special thanks to HE Dr Abdulla Al Reyes, Dr Greg Iverson and
the team at the National Archives, Maitha Ahmed at Dubai
Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Nesma
Ahmed at Sharjah Media, Shamma Musabeh Al Jattal at
Sharjah Museums and to all the Emiratis who participated in our
National Day Vox Pop. Special thanks also to Bob Cowan for
your patience and guidance. Thank you to our sources listed
throughout the feature without whom a lot of the information
provided here would not have been possible.
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as the land of sea giants. Fujairah is
home to the oldest mosque in the UAE,
Al Bidyah Mosque. The main cities and
villages in Fujairah ar e Dibba, Murbeh,
Qidfa, Al Bidiyah, Masafi and Al-Siji.
Fujairah is a land endowed with
remarkable beauty. Its beautiful beaches
are a key attraction for tourists, sports
and water-sports enthusiasts from all
over the world. Fujairah is known as the
jewel of the Middle East.
Source: Goverment of Fujairah
(Photo Credit: National Archives, UAE)