UNESCO World Heritage Sites United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The UNESCO Sites in United Arab Emirates have resulted from recognizing 1 cultural and natural landmark as UNESCO World Heritage Site in the United Arab Emirates and 13 locations on the United Arab Emirates UNESCO tentative list. These tourist sites in United Arab Emirates are acknowledged for their unique and valuable cultural, natural, artistic, and historical significance and are preserved for future generations.

In addition to this 1 site in the United Arab Emirates UNESCO list, there are many other places to travel to the United Arab Emirates that are being considered for UNESCO recognition. These sites, listed on the tentative list, showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage and are waiting for approval to join the prestigious and famous World Heritage Sites list.

To help visitors discover these remarkable United Arab Emirates tourist attractions, we have assembled an interactive map of the UNESCO sites in the United Arab Emirates.

United Arab Emirates UNESCO Map

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in United Arab Emirates

There is 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site in United Arab Emirates. It is listed under the Cultural category.

  • Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in United Arab Emirates have protected locations for their cultural and natural importance.

Cultural Sites of Al Ain

This desert oasis is home to several important cultural sites, including the ancient tombs of Hafit, the archaeological site of Hili, the Bidaa Bint Saud Palace, and several well-preserved oasis areas. These sites offer a fascinating glimpse into the region’s rich history and cultural heritage and highlight the ingenuity of the people who lived there, who could thrive in one of the harshest environments on the planet. From the mysterious tombs of Hafit to the lush oasis areas, these cultural sites are a must-visit for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Arabian Peninsula.

United Arab Emirates UNESCO tentative list

  1. Settlement and Cemetery of Umm an-Nar Island
  2. Sir Bu Nair Island
  3. Khor Dubai
  4. Ed-Dur Site
  5. Al Bidya Mosque
  6. Sharjah: the Gate to Trucial States
  7. The Cultural Landscape of the Central Region in the Emirate of Sharjah
  8. Abu Dhabi Sabkha
  9. The Cultural Landscape of Dhayah
  10. The pearl trading town of Jazirat Al-Hamra
  11. Trading town of Julfar
  12. Shimal
  13. Wadi Wurayah National Park

Tours in United Arab Emirates

Our choices of tours in United Arab Emirates are divided into thematic features such as the cultural Sites of Al Ain, Khor Dubai, Ed-Dur Site, Al Bidya Mosque, and the Sir Bu Nair Island Experience.