Ajman عجمان, UAE

Ajman, UAE


Ajman (Arabic: عجمان) is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates. It has a population of 361,000 people (2012 estimate), and is the smallest of the seven emirates.

Ajman is geographically close to Sharjah, Dubai and Umm al Quwain. It joined the United Arab Emirates in 1971. Its ruler since 1981 is Sheikh Humaid ibn Rashid Al Nuaimi. The Al Nuaimi family has ruled Ajman since at least 1820.

At the heart of Ajman is an 18th century citadel. Housed in it since 1981 is the Ajman Museum, which displays old manuscripts, weapons and artifacts on the emirate.

Visiting Ajman

Ajman is just 10 km from Dubai. You can reach it by taking a taxi from the Dubai International Airport.

Sights & Attractions to visit in Ajman

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