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For holidaymakers looking for a quite holiday destination away from any big city hustle and bustle, then Ajman comes highly recommended. Long sun drenched beaches and comfortable hotels beckon to the smallest of the seven emirates. Only 260 sqm. Ajman is situated directly on the Arabian Gulf and offers plenty of historical attractions.
After Ajman joined the U.A.E. in 1971, its economical situation improved tremendously. Because Ajman has no oil reserves it was still dependent on the pearl trade well into the 30's. Other important income derived from fishing, dhow wharfs and agriculture in the enclaves of Masfut and Manama in the Hajar Mountains. After the absorption into the U.A.E. other industries such as ship building, furniture manufacture started to flourish.
From Sharjah, the road leads along the coastline and the whole length of sandy beaches from one end of the town to the other. People looking for a bargain should look out for the architectural achievement of the famous Ajman souk or the city centre housing around 50 local and international shops.
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