Modern Destinations Nature Reserves and Heritage Landmarks Enhance Tourism Attraction in Ajman

The Emirate of Ajman has enhanced tourism experiences with innovative projects and services that meet the aspirations of visitors seeking enjoyment, culture, and relaxation through a wide spectrum of destinations that form a tourism panorama weaving together modern destinations, nature reserves, and heritage landmarks, ensuring the delivery of an integrated tourism experience.

‏Thanks to the focus on highlighting these landmarks, Ajman has secured a distinguished position and succeeded in transforming into one of the most important tourist destinations visited by visitors from within and outside the country to enjoy a unique tourism experience that blends authenticity and modernity. The qualitative leap in infrastructure projects supporting the tourism sector in recent years has contributed to providing an attractive tourism environment, particularly in terms of hotel projects that have enriched the sector with numerous luxury resorts, as well as projects to develop facilities, beaches, and recreational and entertainment sites.

‏The Emirate of Ajman offers its visitors an integrated tourism journey that blends historical and heritage landmarks, nature reserves, and modern destinations, which has contributed to enhancing the emirate’s position on the regional and international tourism map.

‏The “Most Beautiful Winter in the World” campaign, which this year comes under the slogan “Our Winter is Leadership” and is implemented by the Ministry of Economy and Tourism in cooperation with the authorities concerned with tourism, culture, and heritage in the country, aims to highlight the beauty of these modern destinations and their role in enhancing domestic and international tourism in the United Arab Emirates.

‏Ajman Marina, located in the heart of the city, is one of the most prominent modern tourist destinations that ensures spending the best times filled with tranquility, relaxation, and stunning sea views. It also allows for strolling, jogging, and cycling, while enjoying a wide and renewed package of recreational events and activities.

‏The marina extends over an area exceeding 140,000 square meters, forming a distinctive landmark among luxury tourist destinations represented by modern atmospheres close to a group of luxury hotels, including Fairmont Ajman Hotel and Ajman Saray Hotel. The marina is also located near Ajman Free Zone. Ajman Marina hosts enjoyable activities for family members and children, wide open spaces, and allows enjoyment of the interactive water fountain. Its plaza is designed to accommodate approximately 3,000 visitors, and includes a modern waterfront promenade that allows practicing sports hobbies such as jogging and cycling.

‏The marina offers a diverse range of upscale restaurants and cafes spread throughout the seafront park, and numerous shops and retail stores that provide diverse options suitable for everyone, as well as a group of kiosks that present a new concept of shopping in open corridors with stunning views.

‏Among the stunning events at the marina is enjoying a sea cruise that extends for two hours in the middle of the sea with a huge diverse open buffet of all seafood, Western, and Eastern cuisine accompanied by an artistic program.

The Red Fort, which is considered one of the most famous landmarks of the Emirate of Ajman, transports us from modern contemporaneity to historical heritage. The fort was originally built with four rooms and two towers and was expanded in the 1980s. It is distinguished by its red-colored exterior walls and the use of sandalwood in the beams and ceiling supports, and is surrounded by a beautiful area containing a traditional well surrounded by local trees.

The fort’s exterior appearance demonstrates the architectural prowess of that era, as its architecture forms a charming blend of traditional Arab design and modern restoration techniques, evident in the intricate carvings and ornate arches. Visitors seeking the pleasure of history and details of the past can explore numerous courtyards, gardens, and historical rooms that offer a glimpse into the region’s cultural heritage.

The Al Zorah area is one of the important destinations in Ajman, which includes numerous recreational projects and is distinguished by its nature reserve rich in mangrove trees and birds, and its recreational facilities such as golf courses and water sports, as well as numerous modern resorts.

Al Zorah Beach forms a charming tourist destination that combines stunning nature and distinctive facilities that meet the needs of families and individuals. It is distinguished by its strategic location and is famous for its tranquil atmosphere, clear waters, and golden sands. It is also an ideal destination for those seeking relaxation or diverse water activities, alongside children’s play areas and wide spaces suitable for strolling, camping, or sports. It also hosts a group of cafes and restaurants offering diverse selections of cuisine.

As for Al Zorah Nature Reserve, it is considered an ideal destination for lovers of environmental and natural tourism, abundant with mangrove trees that provide a suitable environment for resident and migratory birds, in addition to the presence of diverse plants and grasses resulting from water abundance. Its coasts also contain vast collections of fish and coral reefs.

The reserve provides an integrated tourism experience suitable for different community segments, particularly families, especially as there are numerous recreational places designated for children, the water park, dinosaur exhibition, various sports fields, and types of water sports such as jet skiing, inflatable boats, fishing trips, and others. Tourist tours are also available to explore the mangrove forests aboard kayak rowing boats, while Al Zorah Marina promenade forms an opportunity to practice walking and running and includes more than 25 new restaurants and diverse entertainment options.

The Al Zorah area includes Al Zorah Golf Club, which opened in 2015 and is a world-class course located amid a beautiful natural environment surrounded by mangrove trees. It is distinguished by its green hills and fully equipped playing tracks exceeding 350 meters in length. It accommodates up to 50 players and includes 18 holes distributed throughout.

The area also includes The Oberoi Beach Resort Al Zorah, which provides absolute luxury through rooms overlooking the Arabian Gulf and private villas, and is located minutes away from Al Zorah Golf Club, Quest for Adventures (kayaking and marine activities), and Emirates Park Zoo for miniature animals, making it the ideal destination for spending family vacations.