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Ras al-Khaimah |
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Ras al-Khaimah (räs äl-khī`mä), sheikhdom (1995 pop. 144,430), c.650 sq mi (1,680 sq km), part of the federation of seven United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates, federation of sheikhdoms (2005 est. pop. 2,563,000), c.30,000 sq mi (77,700 sq km), SE Arabia, on the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. ..... Click the link for more information. , SE Arabia, on the Persian Gulf. Previously affiliated with Sharjah Sharjah (1995 pop. 320,095), on the Persian Gulf, is the third largest town in the federation, and has been developed especially as an art museum and cultural (rather than commercial) center. Oil has been produced in Sharjah since 1961. ..... Click the link for more information. , Ras al-Khaimah became a separate sheikhdom under British protection in 1921. Oil production began in 1969. After some hesitation, the sheikhdom joined the United Arab Emirates in 1972. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Ras al Khaimah Resort and Spa is scheduled to open this December. Police in the United Arab Emirates municipality of Ras Al Khaimah raided a clothing store, seizing dresses that allegedly had the Star of David on them. Archeologists working in the Ras Al Khaimah emirate have uncovered what they believe is the largest ancient tomb ever found on the Arabian Peninsula. |
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