Explore the picturesque East Coast of UAE, where you can witness a flat desert landscape change into spectacular hills. This impressive stretch of lush coastline makes a dramatic change, with steep mountains, unspoilt sandy bays and beaches, ancient fortresses and date palm groves sloping down to the edge of the Indian Ocean. Enjoy stunning views of the Persian Gulf from the coastline, which is dotted with coastal fishing villages. Take a trip to the Al Bidya mosque, an important archaeological site that has finds dating back to 1000 BC. Discover the 300-year-old Fort of Fujairah and the mountain dwellers’ ruins near the port towns of Khor Fakkan and Fujairah. With dramatic scenery, interesting archaeological digs and a glimpse into the country’s rich heritage, an East Coast excursion is a highly-recommended for every visitor to UAE.