Old cities in the UAE that disappeared

The desert is such an extraordinary place of natural beauty and ancient mysteries that there is really no need to make up its treasures though. And the man who spent more time living in the Arabian sands and portrayed its wonders more enchantingly than anyone before or since was Wilfred Thesiger. This is a genuine love letter to Dubai and the UAE. Who said that Dubai is a new city? Freya, narrator's wife, was completely impressed by its historical traces. You will be, too, for sure. From the ancient epoch this land was a transit zone between Mesopotamia and India, a lot of trading was held here, merchants used to stop here to overnight and rest. You will find mythical cities and legends, vampires and lost objects deeply covered by the sand dunes. You will rediscover the Emirates. You will fall in love with this desert for sure.   This is a book that will appeal hugely to expats in the UAE or holiday makers interested in going beyond the beaches and taking a look at the rich heritage and culture the country has to offer. Beyond Dubai is a light read that makes its subject accessible and enjoyable, Alexander McNabb, Fake Plastic Souks blog  

Collection Intimate guides

• A5
• Paperback

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