Ras Al Khaimah Holidays
About Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al-Khaimah is one of the United Arab Emirates. It covers an area of 656 square miles (1700 km²). Ras Al Khaimah is in the northern part of the Arabian Peninsula.It is ruled by Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammad al-Qassimi. It is in the northern part of the UAE bordering Oman. The emirate has a population of about 250,000 inhabitants.The city has a population of 102,000 (2003 census estimate). It is served by the Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.The city has two main sections Old Ras Al Khaimah and Nakheel on either side of the creek which flows through Ras Al Khaimah.
History of the Ras al-Khaimah
The city was historically known as Julfar. In the early 18th century the Qawasim clan (Huwayla tribe) established itself in Ras al-Khaimah.After British occupation (18 December 1819 - July 1821), Sheikh Sultan ibn Saqr al-Qasimi signed in 1822 the General Maritime Treaty with Britain, accepting a protectorate keeping the Ottoman Turks out. Like Ajman, Dubai, Umm al-Qaiwain and Sharjah, its position on the route to India made it important enough to be recognized as a salute state (be it of the lowest class: only 3 guns).In 1869Ras al-Khaimah became fully independent from Sharjah. However from September 1900 to 7 July 1921 it was re-incorporated into Sharjah, its neighbour; the last governor became its next independent ruler.On 11 February 1972 Sheikh Saqr ibn Muhammad al-Qasimi joined the United Arab Emirates.
Ras Al Khaimah’s history extends into antiquity. Archaeological excavations and finds including forts and abandoned villages have proved that the history of Ras Al Khaimah dates back to 5000BC. The city of Ras Al Khaimah, the capital of the Emirate, is divided into two parts by a creek. The western part, known as ‘old Ras Al Khaimah’, comprises government departments, educational institutions and shopping malls. The eastern part, known as ‘Al Nakheel’, houses the Emiri Court, markets and residential areas. The two parts of the city are linked by a bridge and a network of modern roads, making the city and other Emirates easy to explore. Ramadan is strictly observed for one month commencing either September 23rd or 24th 2006 (exact date to be announced). During this period Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, with no food, drink or cigarettes being allowed to pass their lips and some hotel restaurants are closed.
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