Umm al Quwain Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates
About Umm al Quwain
Umm Al Quwain (UAQ) is the smallest of the 7 members of the United Arab Emirates, with an area of 800 km², and a population of 73,000 in 2015. The inland oasis and hinterland town of Falaj Al Moalla lies some 50 km from Umm Al Quwain city. From November to March temperatures are idyllic and average 26C in daytime and 15C at night (79F to 59F). Temperatures can rise over 40C (104F) in the peak of the summer and the humidity levels are high. Rainfall is minimal and averages 42 millimetres a year. The coastline experiences cooling sea breezes during the day. The name Umm Al Quwain is derived from Umm Al Quwatain, which means "Mother of two powers", a reference to the powerful seafaring tradition of this emirate. The modern history of Umm Al Quwain dates to 1768 when the Al Ali tribe moved the
Top Attractions in Umm al Quwain
Explore the best things to see and do in Umm al Quwain:
- ★Al-Dur
- ★Dreamland
- ★Falaj Al Mualla Garden Park
- ★Palma Bowling
- ★The Aquarium
- ★Umm Al Quwain Museum
Where to Eat in Umm al Quwain
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Al Foren Al Sakhen Pastries & Pies
- 🍴Wadi Al Neel Seafood Restaurant
Where to Stay in Umm al Quwain
- 🏨Barracuda Beach Resort
- 🏨Palma Beach Hotel
- 🏨Royal Residence Resort Villas
Umm al Quwain Travel Guide Sections
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