In photos: Sheikh Mohammed trekking, cycling in Hatta

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His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, yesterday visited Hatta where he cycled and trekked through the beautiful landscape and interacted with people. Image Credit: Instagram/@hhshkmohd

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Sheikh Mohammed shared photos on Twitter and Instagram captioning the posts: “Tourism in the homeland is support for the people ... exploring the homeland is an exploration of identity.” Image Credit: Instagram/@hhshkmohd

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This month, Shaikh Mohammad launched the 45-day ‘World’s Coolest Winter’ campaign to promote the UAE as a tourism destination, inviting residents and tourists to explore landmarks unique to every emirate. Image Credit: Instagram/@hhshkmohd

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In winter, Hatta is the go-to spot for hiking, biking, kayaking and other fun and adventurous activities. Summer time in Hatta is a cool escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Image Credit: Instagram/@hhshkmohd

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A 90-minute drive from Dubai, the Hatta Dam features stunning turquoise waters surrounded by rugged mountains. It sits on the border with Oman and is perfect for a day trip over the weekend Image Credit: Instagram/@hhshkmohd

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His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, yesterday visited Hatta where he cycled and trekked through the beautiful landscape and interacted with people. Image Credit: Instagram/@hhshkmohd

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