Fujairah The youngest of the UAE's seven emirates fronts the Gulf of Oman and makes a good base for exploring the eastern coast, regarded as the prettiest part of the country.

It boasts a museum showcasing archaeological and ethnographic displays, a spooky old town and a 300 year old fort. Bithna, 12km (8mi) north-west of Fujairah, has several archaeological sites, including the Long Chambered Tomb, thought to have been a communal burial place, and an impressive fort.