Al Ain Oasis

واحة العين

oasis in Al Ain

#1 in Al Ain / #32 in United Arab Emirates

by Allan Henderson

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Al Ain Oasis, located in the city of Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its extensive and ancient date palm plantations. Spanning around 3,000 acres, the oasis features a complex and age-old falaj irrigation system, which has been used for over 3,000 years to sustain its lush greenery. This tranquil haven offers visitors a glimpse into the region's agricultural heritage and provides a serene environment with shaded pathways lined by over 147,000 date palms and other fruit trees.

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