Jebel Hafeet is one of the major landmarks of the city of Al Ain. In fact, this rocky mountain is the tallest in the UAE, standing at 1,200M high. There are natural hot springs at the base and beautiful lush parks. Wild goats, long eared bats, and blue-headed lizards are just some of the animals that live here. We didn't see any. It has been some time since we have found ourselves in the mountains. It made each of us a little homesick for American Fork Canyon. The day was a bit overcast and rainy- but you may be able to make out sand dunes in the background. The view from the top shows the endless desert scattered with green shrubby patches. Al Ain is also famous for its seven oasis.
Ahhhh.. grass!
This is supposed to be one of the many palaces of Sheikh Khalifa. It reminded us of the isolated Tibetan monk structures built high up on some rocky outcrop. Except this one probably has a few more plasma TV's inside.
I love this pic of Quin and Hazel!
The new (old-ish) Seamons Family Truckster
at least you Have nice lush grass! lucky duck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Miss you and your family!
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