United Arab Emirates - PRESENT



The United Arab Emirates is now world famous for modern architecture and impressive skyscrapers. 

The first paved road built was between Dubai and Ras al-Khaimah. 

It’s construction started in 1966-1967. 

For a long time, August 6 was a major holiday in Abu Dhabi emirate because it was the anniversary of Sheikh Zayed’s accession to power in 1966. 

November 3, the day Sheikh Khalifa became President in 2004, is now celebrated as Flag Day.

And November 30 will be observed as Martyrs Day for the first time in 2015. 

Until 1966, the UAE used the Gulf Rupee, which was issued by the Government of India. 

It was equivalent to the Indian Rupee.




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