Landmarks
Notable landmarks in Ras al-Khaimah include:
- The National Museum of Ras al-Khaimah: housed in the former palace of the ruling Al Qawasim family, with exhibits on natural history, arts and crafts of previous centuries, and archaeology
- Dhayah Fort: the only surviving hilltop fort in the UAE
- Sheba's Palace: ruins of a medieval palace
- Al Falayah: the former summer residence of the ruling Al Qawasim family
- Al Jazirah Al Hamra: an abandoned "ghost town" showing the architecture of earlier decades
- The Old City and Souq: both traditional and modern shops as well as artisan’s workshops
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