On top of the world at Jebel Jais

Every weekend, hundreds of residents enjoy Hajar Mountains' incredible views

Last updated: October 04, 2020 | 16:07

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A group of visitors manages to find a vantage point to chill and soak up the magnificent view of the Hajar Mountains.

Arshad Ali/Gulf News

By now it is fairly well-established that Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah offers a ‘mountain’ of excitment for one and all, including families and adventure seekers.

Every weekend, hundreds of residents head for the Hajar Mountains to enjoy the incredible views that line the ride to the top.

Gulf News photographer Arshad Ali captures the fun.

The view of the lights from the trail of cars going up the top and coming never fail to impress visitors.

Running into local farm hands with his animals in tow is a common incidence.

For thrill seekers, like these rock climbers, Jebel Jais is nothing short of an adventure park.

A rock climber slowly works his way up.

group of friends enjoys a barbecue at one of the picnic spots near the top the mountain.

The drive to the top presents a series of breattaking picture opportunites. A selfie here, a groupie there, is the norm.

While most visitors go up the peak on their vehicles there are some who love to take the ‘road’ less travelled.

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