Fun facts about Khor Fakkan
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Khor Fakkan in Arabic means 'Creek of the Two Jaws' due to its position in a crescent shaped bay.
Khor Fakkan
United Arab Emirates
Khor Fakkan is a city and an exclave of the Emirate of Sharjah, located on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), facing the Gulf of Oman, and geographically surrounded by the Emirate of Fujairah.
From the “Etymology” section
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Excavations have identified 34 graves and a settlement in Khor Fakkan belonging to the early-mid 2nd millennium BC.
Khor Fakkan
United Arab Emirates
Khor Fakkan is a city and an exclave of the Emirate of Sharjah, located on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), facing the Gulf of Oman, and geographically surrounded by the Emirate of Fujairah.
From the “History” section
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The modern Khor Fakkan Container Terminal is the only natural deep-sea port in the region.
Khor Fakkan
United Arab Emirates
Khor Fakkan is a city and an exclave of the Emirate of Sharjah, located on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), facing the Gulf of Oman, and geographically surrounded by the Emirate of Fujairah.
From the “Port” section
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Khor Fakkan Beach lies to the north of the center of the town and is popular for tourism.
Khor Fakkan
United Arab Emirates
Khor Fakkan is a city and an exclave of the Emirate of Sharjah, located on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), facing the Gulf of Oman, and geographically surrounded by the Emirate of Fujairah.
From the “Geography and climate” section
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The highest building in Khor Fakkan is the Al Suhub Rest House, which is 580 metres above sea level.
Khor Fakkan
United Arab Emirates
Khor Fakkan is a city and an exclave of the Emirate of Sharjah, located on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), facing the Gulf of Oman, and geographically surrounded by the Emirate of Fujairah.
From the “Landmarks” section
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