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The Emirate of Umm Al Quwain is located along the coast of the Arabian Gulf, stretching over a distance of 24 km long between Sharjah to the west, and Ras Al Khaimah to the east. Its land spreads towards the interior for a distance of 32 km approximately. The total area of the emirate is about 777 Sq km, which is equivalent to 1% of the country's total area, excluding the islands. The population of the emirate is 35361 persons in 1995. The city of Umm Al Quwain is the capital of the emirate, situated on a deep creek one kilomter in width and five kilometers long. It comprises the Ruler's office, companies, establishments, banks, and commercial markets, the Seaport and the Research and Pisciculture Center, which helps to develop fisheries in the country. The area of Falaj Al Mualla is located 50 km south east of Umm Al Quwain city. The Seneyah Island is located one kilometer away from Umm Al Quwain city with a total area of 90 Sq km. Umm Al Quwain city has witnessed drastic developments over the last few years including construction of buildings, roads, parks and other amenities. Also the city is linked by a modern network of roads with the typical villages set up for settlement of Bedouins. TOURIST & SPORTS CENTERS The tourist center is located in the Umm Al Quwain lagoon where the natural green islands provide shelter for several square miles of clean and unpolluted water without the hazard of rough open sea, which is most ideal for water sport and small boat activities. FALAJ AL-MUALLA As the name indicates, Falaj Al-Mualla is the Oasis Town which lies in Al Batha Valley and is rich in agriculture. The town is connected with Umm Al Quwain city by an exceptionally pretty road running for much of its length alongside Wadi Al Batha. AL SINIYYAH ISLAND AND AL DUR Across the creek form Umm Al Quwain city lies the island of Al Siniyyah a sanctuary for birds. Aquatic plants including mangrove trees and oysters are found in abundance. Al Dur located along the coast near Umm Al Quwain is the site with the remains of what must have been the most important town in the region a little over 2000 years ago. Excavations by archaeologists from Britain, France, Belgium and Denmark have unearthed substantial stone houses, impressive tombs, large storage jars and Egyptian & Syrian glassware. Umm Al Quwain Marine Club Located on the shores of the creek provides facilities for wind surfing, water skiing and sailing. The Emirate has also the finest horse riding club linked to a marina, where Equestrian events are held each winter. Finally, as is the case with other Emirates, camels are treasured and camel racing is held in Al Labsa, one of the UAE's most attractive race tracks, located on the road to the Falaj Al Mualla, near the banks of the valley. The Emirate is also famous for hawks and falcons. FLEMINGO BEACH RESORT A hot favorite for water sports enthusiasts, beach vacationers, Flamingo Beach Resort is THE PLACE for all kinds of water sports ranging from crab hunting, Mangrove boating, Snorkeling, jet skiing and fishing. Umm Al Quwain in the olden days it was called Umm Al Quwain (Mother of Powers) referring to UAQ's long seafaring history. The 1973 Al-Dur (The Houses) excavations confirmed in 1987 have revealed substantial stone houses, impressive tombs and large storage jars and Egyptian and Syrian glassware, the remains of a large town which flourished 2000 years ago between 260 B.C. & 200 A.D. Archaeologists from France, Belgium, Denmark & Great Britain are still exploring Al-Dur site which covers 4 sq. kms. It was the largest town in the whole of ancient South-East Arabia. The Importance of Umm Al-Quwain in the long term: The prospects for the UAE depend upon how hydrocarbons will be used to diversify the economy in case the country has to face a post-oil era whether due to the depleting of resources or because of changing technology. Until recently oil accounted for 90% of the total GDP of the UAE but since mid-1987 the proportion has declined and by mid-1988 the figure was as low as 36.7% and only 33% in 1989. UAE oil reserves are estimated at 200 billion barrels. Other sectors that contributed to the economic development included industry, trade, finance, insurance and banking. Solar energy, agriculture, fisheries and tourism seem to assume more significance in the development of the UAE and Umm Al Quwain is one of the active participants. The UAE is currently attracting over 100,000 tourists a year. Crops that have been cultivated successfully include cereals, cucumbers, gherkins, aubergines, chillies, green peppers, watermelons, melons, tobacco but above all dates, tomatoes and lemons. Date palm gardens line the eastern bank of Wadi Al-Batha. The greenhouse effect on the UAE has led to heavier rains since 1988. Livestock products include beef and veal, mutton and lamb, goat's meat, poultry meat (over a million chickens a year meeting 30% of the national needs), cow's milk, sheep's milk, goat's milk and hen eggs (supplying fresh eggs all over UAE). Camels are treasured and camel racing in Al-Labsa is a major sporting activity. One of the UAE's most attractive race tracks is situated beside the road to Falaj Al-Mualla near the banks of the valley. Camels include Al-Shuqr (light skinned), Jasmi, Al-Sahm (brown arrow) and the Al-Hizami (which is very dark). Al-Ta'ru is long legged and ideal for racing. Other runners include Al-Sufr (yellow) and Al-Humr (reddish). UAQ is famous for hawks and falcons especially Al-Hur which is light skinned and fetches good prices from grouse hunters. The Shahin (or peregrine), a swift falcon, is also spotted here. Ahmed Bin Rashid Free Zone Under His Highness Shaikh Rashid Bin Ahmed Al Moalla, Ruler of Umm Al-Quwain, a Free Trade Zone was established within the confines of the Port and adjacent land. The Free Zone is located on the West Coast of the United Arab Emirates, about 30 miles north east of Dubai in the Emirate of Umm Al-Quwain.