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July 4th 2011 02:25
hajar mountains near Hatta
Hajar Mountains

Hatta is a Sheikhdom in the Hajjar mountains- an exclave of the Emirate of Dubai, UAE to the south-east of its main territory.
Its capital town is also named Hatta (which includes a reconstructed heritage village by the same name).

village of Hatta
Hatta

Hatta is about 115 km (71 mi) east of Dubai City. Because of its altitude, Hatta has a milder climate than the city of Dubai, making Hatta a popular vacation place for Dubai residents.
Hatta Heritage Village
Hatta Heritage Village

The old village of Hatta includes two prominent military towers from the 18th century and the Juma mosque (built in 1780)

rock pools near Hatta
Rock Pools

Nestled in the varied crags of the Hajar Mountains, the Hatta Rock Pools are an oasis with rocky corridors, waterfalls and turquoise pools.
Hatta Oasis
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