United Arab Emirates .. Between the beauty of the eyes and the sweetness of the springs

The UAE is distinguished by its diverse and picturesque nature, including desert, mountains, and coasts. While the desert constitutes a large part of its terrain, it also embraces a group of natural eyes and springs that are considered part of the history of the UAE, as they were one of the main factors for the settlement of civilizations in it, and their use by ancient tribes for drinking and irrigation captivates its visitors with their beauty, and gives them the opportunity to walk near fresh water.

The natural springs and eyes arose on the land of the Emirates as a result of geological formations formed millions of years ago, noting that the nature of water sources varies according to the layers of the earth, and the amount of water reserves available in each region.

So what are these springs?

• Ain Al-Ghamour(Fujairah)

  

  Ain Al-Ghamour (Fujairah)

The waters of Ain Al-Ghamour are distinguished by their unique chemical composition and high temperature, which makes them an effective treatment for rheumatism, joint diseases, muscle atrophy and some skin diseases. Ain Al-Ghamour is located in a charming natural environment, surrounded by sidr, palm and arak trees, providing visitors with an unparalleled relaxing experience, and its mineral sulfur waters are comparable to those of spas in Europe.

• Ain Khatt (Ras Al Khaimah)

  

  Ain Khatt (Ras Al Khaimah)

Ain Khatt is a tourist resort in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. For more than three decades, Ain Khatt Rest House has attracted many visitors who love nature and simple life, and lovers of heritage and old tools. The rest house combines a place for recreation, with its agricultural nature, and its chalets built in a mountain style, and a place that reminds us of the details of mountain life with its museum, which contains more than 3,000 artifacts from the most famous hot springs in the UAE. It combines enjoyment and recovery from some skin diseases and joint pain, with its warm sulfur waters.

• Ain Al Madab (Fujairah)

  

  Ain Al Madab (Fujairah)

Ain Al Madhab is located in the Emirate of Fujairah, and is one of the most famous natural springs in the UAE. It is characterized by its hot sulfur water, which makes it a destination for visitors to benefit from its therapeutic properties in treating many diseases. Ain Al Madhab Sulfur Park is one of the favorite destinations for those who love to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature, and practice sports and recreational activities.

• Wadi Al Wurayah Springs (Fujairah)

  

  Wadi Al Wureyah Springs (Fujairah)

Wadi Al Wureyah Springs in the Emirate of Fujairah are one of the picturesque natural destinations that attract visitors looking for the beauty of nature and enjoy its tranquility, noting that Wadi Al Wureyah is located in a mountainous area, which gives the springs privacy and charming views of the surrounding mountains, in addition to the surrounding mountain trees and plants.

These springs are characterized by their fresh water running throughout the year, and are an important source of water in the region, as their water is used for agriculture in the surrounding areas, and is also suitable for drinking.

• Wadi Al Helo (Sharjah)

  

  Wadi Al Helo (Sharjah)

Wadi Al Helo includes many fresh water springs that feed the surrounding trees, plants, animals and rare birds that increase the beauty and splendor of this reserve and help visitors relax in the embrace of nature away from the hustle and bustle of city life, which makes the valley a distinctive tourist destination despite the harsh climate changes that the region has experienced.

The eyes and springs, especially the mineral ones, represent an important tourist destination, as visitors from different categories visit them to enjoy their therapeutic properties and beautiful nature.

In addition, the eyes and springs are part of the history of the UAE; It was one of the main factors for the settlement of civilizations in it, and its use by ancient tribes for drinking and irrigation.