Dhayah Fort

قلعة ضاية

The UAE's only hilltop fort, with views to the sea.

Worth the driveFreeAl Rams, Ras Al KhaimahShow on map4.4(1,080)Google reviews

Why it's worth the trip

Climb about 240 steps to a 19th century fort for sweeping views over palm groves, mountains and the Gulf. Free and rarely busy.

About this place

Dhayah Fort stands on a hill above date plantations in northern RAK and was the site of a famous 1819 battle. The climb is short but steep, and the reward is one of the best views in the emirate, especially at golden hour.

Good to know

  • Outdoor
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Parking

Perfect for

  • Instagrammable
  • Sunset spot
  • Hiking
  • Scenic views
  • Heritage

بالعربي

الحصن الوحيد على قمة تلة في الإمارات، بإطلالة على البحر.

اصعد نحو 240 درجة إلى حصن من القرن التاسع عشر لإطلالات واسعة على بساتين النخيل والجبال والخليج. مجاني ونادراً ما يكون مزدحماً.

يقف حصن ضاية على تلة فوق مزارع النخيل شمال رأس الخيمة، وكان موقع معركة شهيرة عام 1819. الصعود قصير لكنه شديد الانحدار، والمكافأة واحدة من أجمل الإطلالات في الإمارة، خاصة وقت الساعة الذهبية.

Dhayah, Al Rams, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

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