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Ecotourism Areas Details

Al Muwaiji Oasis and Qasr Al Muwaiji

Representing the smallest of Al Ain’s six oases, Al Muwaiji is distinguished by its date plantations and its historic buildings. In this particular regard, Qasr Al Muwaiji, built at the turn of the 20th Century has also been home to Abu Dhabi’s rulers.

In respect to UNESCO World Heritage List status, accorded to this and the five other oases; traditional Falaj irrigation networks are employed for the passage of underground water to support agriculture. As for human development, the important role represented by this oasis and its historic significance, is most recently evidenced in the social advance of Abu Dhabi during the 20th Century.


Emirate

Abu Dhabi.


Access

Al Muwaiji Oasis is open daily. Qasr Al Muwaiji is closed on Monday.


Nature of the Area

Land


Primary Classification

Nature site.


Additional Classification(s)

UNESCO World Heritage List. Archaeological sites and historical monuments.


Nearest city or town

Al Ain.


Events and activities

Experiencing an oasis, Al Muwaiji Mosque and Qasr Al Muwaiji, once home to Abu Dhabi’s rulers.


GPS Location

How to get here

Al Muwaiji Oasis is found on Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Street and Zayed Al Awwal Street, northwest of Al Jahili Fort.


Recommended Visit Season

October to April.


Working Days

The oasis is open from 8.00 am to 5.00 pm. Qasr Al Muwaiji is open from 9.00 am to 7.00 pm Tuesday to Thursday, and on Saturday. 3.00 pm to 7.00 pm on Friday. Monday closed.


Facilities

Parking including disabled access is available onsite. A guided tour is available for Qasr Al Muwaiji. Food and beverage outlets are found in the area.


Entrance fees

Entrance to Al Muwaiji Oasis and Qasr Al Muwaiji is free.


What To Take

Appropriate outdoors clothing and footwear.


Website

Contact

Enquiries by telephone can be made to the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi on +971 2 444 0444. Email contact can be made through info@dctabudhabi.ae For Qasr Al Muwaiji, enquiries by telephone can be made on +971 3 767 4444. Email contact can be made through info@qasralmuwaiji.ae


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