UAE Society - CHAPTER 3

Chapter 3: The Geography of the UAE

Overview

• This chapter focuses on the geographical aspects of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

• Important geographical locations and features relevant to the UAE are discussed.

Page 1: Introduction to Geography

• Chapter Title: The Geography of the UAE

Page 2: Geographic Layout

• Map highlighting key locations around the UAE and neighboring areas including:

  • Bahrain

  • Iran

  • Saudi Arabia

  • Oman

• Notable areas on the map:

  • Ras al-Khaymah

  • Umm al-Qaywayn

  • Dubai (including Mina' Jabal 'Ali and Dubai Creek)

  • Fujairah

• Arabian Gulf and other bodies of water are significant to the UAE's geography.

Page 3: Geographical Features

• Key Features Discussed:

  1. Situations: The geographical positioning of the UAE in relation to neighboring countries.

  2. Water Resources: Underground water sourced from Jabal Hafeet, distributed through a water network known as al-Aflaaj.

  3. Climate: Discusses climatic conditions influencing the geography of the UAE.

  4. Rain and Wind: How these elements affect the geography and environment of the region.

Page 4: Emirates of the State

• Area Statistics of Each Emirate:

  1. Abu Dhabi: 67,340 square kilometers, constituting 86.77% of the UAE.

  2. Dubai: 3,885 square kilometers.

Page 5: Areas of Other Emirates

• Continued Area Statistics: 3. Sharjah: 2,590 square kilometers. 4. Ajman: 259 square kilometers. 5. Umm Al-Quwain: 777 square kilometers. 6. Ras al-Khaima: 1,684 square kilometers. 7. Fujairah: 1,165 square kilometers.

Summary of Geographical Significance

• The vast areas of each emirate and their geographical features contribute significantly to the identity and development of the UAE.