Al Ain Historic city and the garden city tour

Having lived in the UAE for over 30 years and have been visiting Al Ain since 1993 I will share my local knowledge of the transformation of Al Ain and UAE to you Al Ain translated to mean 'The Spring' was once a vital oasis on the caravan route from the UAE to Oman. Al Ain is located approximately 140km South of Dubai. While driving from Dubai to Al Ain you'll see the desert sand turning from yellow to Red. Al Ain's reputation as the 'Garden City' is due to the 10000 hectares of green land parks and gardens. Al Ain is the Emirate's heritage heartland. Al Ain's archaeological discoveries are on display at the Al Ain national museum and there is an old Oasis in Al Ain. There are two important forts Al Ain namely Al Ain Palace museum and Al Jahili fort. Al Ain also has a Zoo/Wildlife park. Jebel Hafeet peak of Hajar mountains rising 1249 metres is the Emirates 2nd highest peak bordering Al Ain & Oman and there is a hot springs nearby. Visit Al Ain for a different feel of UAE.