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Archeological excavations have shown that Ras al-Khaimah was the seat of ancient civilizations. The old name for Ras al-Khaimah was Julphar.
Ras-Al-Khaimah is an adventurous place with the beauty and traditions maintained through the centuries. The pearl-market was a major income for the city until the decline for demand in the early 20th C
The discovery of offshore Saleh oil fields in the 1980's gave the city an economic boost.
The Khour Ras al-Khaimah divides the city of Ras al-Khaimah into two parts. The western part, Old Ras al- Khaimah has the Ras al-Khaimah Museum and some governmental departments. The eastern part, Al Nakheel, is home to the Ruler's office, governmental departments and commercial companies. A bridge connects the two parts over the Khour.
Digdagga, a town near Ras al- Khaimah has a large modern agricultural farm that supplies fruits and vegetables to other emirates. |
