Alien Life Form?

 

Can anyone help me identify this green critter washed up on the beach at Jebel Ali?

Scary Movie

 

A couple of Omani's at Al Ain Zoo picking out Halloween costumes.

Louis-Antoine de Bougainville

 

According to Westdale Nurseries in the UK, the Bougainvillea plant was discovered during the round the world voyage of Louis-Antoine de Bougainville (1729-1811). The actual collector of these then un-named plants was Cornerson, who gathered specimens from Brazil during the voyage. The plant was published in honour of the French navigator. The Bougainvillea brings a myriad of colours to its owners, with a hint of warmer climates inherent in its leaves and flowers. The plant shows a versatility, which allows it to flower continually throughout the year.

The Fastest Camel in Abu Dhabi

 

Another day, another camel! This time it's a racing one. These 'Ships of the Desert" can reach speeds of up to 40km and there's big prize money for the winners.

Life's A Beach...

 

Stumbleupon this fine-looking camel whilst on a camping trip at Jebel Ali. The crystal clear blue waters in the background is that of the Arabian Gulf.

Islamic Wood Carving

 

As seen at Al Jahili Fort in Al Ain.

Digital Natives

 

Two digital natives exploring the powers of a tablet PC at one of the countries leading education institutions.

Tight Squeeze

 

The gap between many residential high risers in the city is so tight that there's barely enough room to pass between them.

RoboCop

 

Abu Dhabi police's latest weapon against crime (not though there’s very much of it).

Sheikh Zayed National Museum

 

Taken inside the new (although temporary) Sheikh Zayed National Museum in the Al Bateen district of Abu Dhabi. Exhibits include his stuffed animal and car collections as well as zillions of photos.

Al Bateen Mosque

A newly built mosque adjacent to the Sheikh Zayed National Museum in the Al Bateen district of Abu Dhabi.

Mussafah Part Deux

I love the sun umbrella you get to stand under on a tyre balance.

Welcome to Mussafah!

Mussafah is a satellite town of Abu Dhabi. It is one of the main industrial areas in the region selling just about anything.

Bring your Brolly!

A picturesque view of Marina Mall taken across from the marina. Apart from being architecturally interesting it does some serious business with an estimated 1.2 million visitors passing through its doors each month. It has some neat features like a musical fountain and ceilings that thunder and rain.