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from 2009 census. In which the population stood at 8.07 millions. The report
classifies 1.9 million to age group of 15 to 59 year whereas 1.3 million are 60 or over.
UAE is one of GCC attracting several Arab and Asian nationals as well as
Europeans and Americans, It is not overstated to say that all nationalities gather in
this magnificent, faith tolerant, law abiding and personal freedom country which
encourage residents to stay longer.
Religion:
Islam is the official religion in UAE. Its rituals are widely practiced. Friday is
special religious day in Islam which is based on the testimony "No god but Allah and
that Mohamed is the Messenger of Allah. Muslim should pray five times a day in
different times depending on location of sun. Call to prayers is held from the mosque
Minaret through loudspeakers.The UAE constitution guarantees freedom of religions
which harmonies with the Emirati society traditions.
Currency
The local currency is the dirham (Dhs) also known as the Arab Emirate Dirham
(AED). The currency is tied to the US dollar 1US$ = Dhs 3.67. Coins include: Dhs 1,
50 fils and 25 fils. Notes are of Dhs 5, 10, 20, 50, 10, 200, 500 and 1,000
denominations.
Time
Local time is GMT + 4 hours, all year round.
Clothing
Apart from the winter evenings when shawls and jackets may be required,
lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year. In order to respect the
national customs, conservative dress is advised. In public places ladies should cover
their shoulders and the rest of the body down to the knees.
National Dress
Distinctive and unique to this region men wear the immaculately pressed, elegant
long cotton white robe or dishwashers. A gahfiya or small white crocheted skullcap is
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