The easternmost of the United Arab Emirates, Fujairah is the only emirate not to have a coastline along the Persian Gulf. It is also the youngest of the emirates: it only became independent from Sharjah in 1952.
Fujairah city is not designed for pedestrians, being dominated by main roads. The fleet of Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry taxis are metered, and are plentiful. Fares start at 2 dirham during the day (2.50 dirham at night). Visitors attempting to walk around the city will attract horn tooting from taxi drivers, who seriously cannot believe that anyone would choose to walk.
1 Al Bidya Mosque. the oldest existing mosque in the UAE, built in 1450 of mud and brick. It is on the way from Fujairah city to Dibba and after crossing the city of Khorfakhan. It is at the foot of a small hill with an ancient watchtower. An interesting site for those who like to experience the past world. It is a favourite place for foreign and domestic tourists. It is possible for non-Muslims to go inside this Mosque. Women (also men in shorts) must dress up to enter. The staff provides you with appropriate clothing and headscarves. The two ancient watch towers are also worth climbing up for a view. (updated Jun 2019) 2 Fujairah Fort.
The Blue Diamond Alsalam Resort offers a plethora of water activities and is in the middle of Fujairah's coast. Fujairah Corniche - Fujairah beach and coasts, good for walking and cruising around hosts many restaurants and activities such as bike renting, horse riding and mini football fields for rent and sand activities. Umberalla Beach - Renovated beach restarted again and which has many recreational spots to Children and adults. It hosts a few food trucks and a place for picnic - however, be aware that is it only free for the first hour, and after that is 10 dirhams for each passing hour. Fujairah Beach.
Gulf Flower Bakery sells good falafel sandwiches and other bits and pieces. The al-Meshwar restaurant is in the centre of the city in a whimsical-looking building and features a ground-floor "cafe" serving the regional staples (shawarma, felafel etc.) and shishas. Above that is the main restaurant, which serves good-quality Lebanese fare. Sadaf - Persian Restaurant is also to be found in the city.
There are no local specialties as far as drink goes, which means that the usual collection of water, juices, tea, coffee and softdrinks are readily available. Alcohol is mostly only available within top-quality hotels. Cheaper alternatives include the Fujairah Marine Club on the corniche and Fujairah Beach Motel, which also has a retail "hole-in-the-wall." You'll have to ask as it's hidden away a bit. The best value drinks in town are to be had in the pub at the Tennis and Country Club (go on a Tuesday and you get karaoke too).
The customary cautions regarding drivers in the UAE apply in Fujairah as well. Road rules are understood to exist, but drivers will tend to take risks which would seem borderline-suicidal to many visitors. Most roads are multi-lane in each direction in the city, which may well mean that a taxi or one's own car is the best bet here. Where the taxi meter is either not present or "not working", agree on the fare before starting the trip.
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