United Arab Emirates — country of Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, federation of 7 emirates since 1971.
- UAE was formed on 2.12.1971 from 7 emirates (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah). 9.9 million inhabitants.
- Burj Khalifa (Dubai) — world's tallest building 828 m, 163 floors. Since 2010. Visit: terraces on 124th, 125th, 148th floors.
- 88% of UAE residents are foreigners Indians 27%, Pakistanis 12%, Bangladeshis 7%. Only 12% Emirati (most in Abu Dhabi).
- Dubai has no income tax Hence 100,000 Polish residents (2024). Plus 600,000 British, 200,000 Germans.
- Rub' al Khali Desert — world's largest sandy desert 650,000 km² (larger than Poland 2×). Dunes up to 250 m high.
- UAE has 1% of global oil but 6% of global reserves. That's why UAE invests everything in tourism + tech + finance — life after oil.
- Sheikh Zayed Mosque (Abu Dhabi) — UAE's largest mosque 82 domes, crystal chandelier 12 m. Holds 40,000 worshippers. Free entry.
- UAE sent a probe to Mars (Hope 2020). First Arab country on Mars. 5th country in the world.
- Burj Al Arab — world's only 7-star hotel (unofficial — they named themselves so). Sail-shaped. Only 202 suites, cheapest $1500/night.
- UAE introduced 5-day weekend for schools 2022 Saturday+Sunday off (instead of Friday+Saturday). First Arab country.
Sources: UAE Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority, Dubai Tourism, Visit Abu Dhabi.