The United Arab Emirates is a Middle Eastern country in southwest Asia bordering the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf, between Oman and Saudi Arabia. It is comprised of seven states, called emirates. It is known for its large reserves of fossil fuels. Football is the favorite sport in the nation.
UAE is now getting ready to host FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2009 which starts on Dec 9, 2009.
Brief History
The United Arab Emirates originated out of a series of autonomous regions controlled by a single leader. Though they were initially hostile to European influence, the sheikdoms eventually signed treaties in 1853 and 1892 which established close ties with the United Kingdom. In 1971, six of the current states formally established the United Arab Emirates, while the final member Ras al-Khaimah joined soon after in 1972.
United Arab Emirates Culture
Official Site: Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage
UAE Interact: Cultural Centre
Wikipedia: Music of the United Arab Emirates
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Fast Facts
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Capital
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Government
Federal constitutional monarchy
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Population
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Currency
UAE dirham (AED)
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Official Language
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Religion
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Comprised of seven states
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Fact:
Prior to unification in 1971, was known as the Trucial Sheikhdoms
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Country code
+971
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Airport code
(DXB)
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Climate
desert, cooler in western mountains
