Exploring

Exploring Abu Dhabi has been on my priority list since coming to live here. It is interesting to read about the history of the United Arab Emirates, and then go and see the places that have literally grown up out of the desert. A relatively short time ago, the emirate of Abu Dhabi was little more than empty desert inhabited by nomadic Bedoin tribes.

My friend Paula and I arrived in Abu Dhabi around the same time. We are both keen to explore the area and see as much as we can. As she is happy to drive, with me to do the map reading (ha ha - me being directionally challenged), we set off on a trip to Al Ain, 150 kms out of Abu Dhabi city. The town of Al Ain is part of the Buraimi Oasis and in earlier days, was the summer respite of the Sheiks and their families, during the summer months. We visited the Summer Palace ( Rhonda pictured with the guards, very friendly fellows). Also at the old Fort and driving through and oasis. We spotted shampoo for camels in a local shop! We'll know where to go when the pet camel needs a bath.