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The United Arab Emirates (UAE), located in the Arabian Peninsula, is known for its modern architecture, luxurious lifestyle, and rich cultural heritage. It is home to iconic landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, and the Palm Jumeirah, a man-made island.<\/p>\n

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[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Climate:<\/strong> Desert climate; extremely hot summers and mild winters, with minimal rainfall.<\/p>\n


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Capital City:<\/strong> Abu Dhabi<\/p>\n


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Main Airport:<\/strong> Dubai International Airport (DXB)<\/p>\n


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Top Airline:<\/strong> Emirates<\/p>\n


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Local Greeting:<\/strong> “As-salamu alaykum” (Peace be upon you)<\/p>\n


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Language:<\/strong> Arabic (official), with English widely spoken<\/p>\n


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Soccer Team:<\/strong> UAE National Football Team<\/p>\n


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Nicknames:<\/strong> “The Land of the Desert” or “The City of Gold” (for Dubai)<\/p>\n


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Popular Athlete:<\/strong> Omar Abdulrahman (footballer)<\/p>\n


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Personality:<\/strong> Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (founding father of the UAE) and Mo Vlogs (YouTuber)<\/p>\n


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GDP\/Per Capita:<\/strong> Approx. $45,000 (USD, 2023 estimate)<\/p>\n


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Population\/Rank:<\/strong> Approx. 10 million; ranked 92nd globally by population<\/p>\n


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Recipe:<\/i> https:\/\/everylittlecrumb.com\/chicken-machboos\/\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Try this Grub!<\/strong> Luqaimat are sweet dumplings, crispy on the outside and soft inside, drizzled with date syrup or honey, and sprinkled with sesame seeds.<\/p>\n

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Popular Beverage:<\/strong> Arabic Coffee (served with dates) and Jallab (a fruit syrup drink with rose water)<\/p>\n

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