Green valleys, dams draw droves of tourists to Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

Exploring natural beauty amidst palm trees, flowers and plants in northern UAE

Published: January 29, 2020 19:12 Compiled by Nathaniel Lacsina, Digital Content Producer

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An usually wet winter has led to scenes like this, more synonymous with Salalah in Kareef season than RAK in January Image Credit:

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Ras Al Khaimah has 31 dams with a total storage capacity of 26.2 million square metres of water. These dams collected large quantities of rainwater on January 11 and 12, amounting to 23.33 million square metres. Image Credit: WAM

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Recent rainshowers in Ras Al Khaimah helped flora flourish and grow, with green spaces appearing around the emirate. Image Credit: WAM

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A natural green cover emerged in Ras Al Khaimah following weeks of rains. Image Credit: WAM

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The emirate as seen an increase in green vegetation, including common and rare species. Image Credit: WAM

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An oryx is spotted in the lush RAK landscape. Image Credit: WAM

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Patches of green in Ras Al Khaimah. The emirate's flora abounds with different types of plants, numbering over 320 species, and is increasing annually. Image Credit: WAM

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Pellets of ice seen in RAK in recent days. Image Credit: WAM

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Valleys and dams in Ras Al Khaimah have become attractions for tourists seeking to enjoy nature and provide a sustainable water source by collecting rainwater used for agriculture. Image Credit: WAM

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An Arabian Oryx. Rainfall in many areas of the emirate has contributed to an increase in its variety of plants, including common and rare species. Image Credit: WAM

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Dams collect large quantities of rainwater which is useful for local farmers. Image Credit: WAM

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