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take a cab to Sharjah for a glimpse into the past in the Heritage Area , stocking up on souvenirs at the Central
Souq and enjoying dinner in bubbly Al Qasba .
One Week
Spend two days in futuristic Dubai and one in retro Sharjah before heading south to Abu Dhabi to marvel at the
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque , zoom around Ferrari World and learn about the new Culture District on
Saadiyat Island . For total contrast, dip into the desert next to face a huge dune, magical silence and plenty of
camels, preferably on an overnight trip. Wrap up with a day in Al Ain and its fabulous zoo and Unesco-recog-
nised heritage sites.
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Essential Food & Drink
Strangely, restaurants serving authentic Emirati food are scarce. If you do get a chance, try
these typical dishes, and don't miss out on the succulent local dates!
» Balaleet Vermicelli blends with sugar syrup, saffron, rosewater and sauteed onions in
this rich breakfast staple.
» Fareed Mutton-flavoured broth with bread; popular at Ramadan.
» Hareis Ground wheat and lamb slow-cooked until creamy (bit like porridge); some-
times called the 'national dish'.
» Khuzi Stuffed whole roasted lamb on a bed of spiced rice.
» Madrooba Salt-cured fish (maleh) or chicken mixed with raw bread dough until thick.
» Makbus A casserole of spice-laced rice and meat (usually lamb) or fish garnished with
nuts, raisins and fried onions.
AT A GLANCE
» Currency UAE dirham (Dh)
» Mobile phones GSM network is widespread
» Money ATMs are common in urban areas
» Visas Available on arrival for 34 nationalities
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