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    History

    Heritage in motion

    With over 7,000 years of history, Ras Al Khaimah blends tradition and creative expression. Archaeological sites, traditional crafts and festivals ensure that culture remains a part of everyday life.

    With over 7,000 years of history, Ras Al Khaimah blends tradition and creative expression. Archaeological sites, traditional crafts and festivals ensure that culture remains a part of everyday life.

    20,000+ historical artefacts

    1,000+ archeological sites

    Four heritage sites are on UNESCO’s Tentative World Heritage list

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    Al Jazeera Al Hamra

    The last preserved pearl-diving village in the Gulf.
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    Dhayah Fort

    The UAE’s only remaining hilltop fort.
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    Julfar

    Once an ancient port city and a major regional trade center.
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    Shimal

    Prehistoric tombs dating back over 4,000 years.
    Culture is kept alive through places, practices and everyday expression; celebrated, preserved and passed on

    The National Museum

    Home to over 20,000 artefacts, the museum offers a window into millennia of human history.

    Arts and crafts celebrations

    From boat-building to pottery and palm weaving, Ras Al Khaimah preserves traditions passed down through generations.

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    Heart of RAK

    Information on livability, heritage, culture and urban renewal.

    Tourism Department

    Promotes tourism and tourism-related investment.

    Heritage Department

    Preserves archaeological sites and manages museums.

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