UAE National Day

UAE National Day is celebrated on 2nd December Every Year!

UAE is a name that needs no introduction, but if you are someone who doesn’t know anything about UAE, not even what does UAE stands for, you have come to the right place. Let us have a look at a brief introduction to the UAE. The term UAE stands for the United Arab Emirates. If you are wondering where the UAE is, it is located in the Middle East. UAE borders the Oman Gulf and the Gulf of Persia. Now let us have a look at the questions that are often asked by the people. 

What is UAE Independence Day?

The Independence Day of UAE or the United Arab Emirates National Day falls on December 2 every year. This day is celebrated every year in UAE to commemorate various emirates’ unification under the federation UAE.

History of UAE National Day:

This day was celebrated on December 2 as a day of the anniversary of the Union between the emirates on December 2 in 1971. Before the formation of the UAE, these emirates were known as The Trucial States. They signed a treaty or an agreement with the British Government and became a British Protectorate. According to this agreement, the emirates need to be protected by the British Government in case of all aggressions. This treaty made the emirates bound to the British Government’s permission before selling or buying any land from any other country. The treaty expired on December 1, 1971, and on December 2, 1971, these emirates united together and formed the federation UAE.

In the beginning, nine emirates were supposed to be part of this federation. Still, because of some land disputes and complications, Qatar and Bahrain backed out. The Union was formed on the combined decision of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan-the ruler of Abu Dhabi at that time and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the then Ruler of Dubai. This decision was made in a village near the Samih border on February 18, 1968.

Sheikh Zayed became the President of the Union. Sheikh Rashid was elected as the Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE. Al Madinah designed the flag, and it was made of four colours. Black was used as a symbol for oil that helped the country transform; green symbolizes fertility, and white and red were the colours from the previously present emirates’ flags.

UAE National Day Video:

Video by Hammad Entertainer

UAE Independence Day Celebrations:

It’s November already. As the UAE National Day is approaching, UAE people are preparing to celebrate it with full zest. If you are someone who doesn’t want to spend this day laying on the bed and just surfing on the internet, here are a lot of things to do on UAE Independence Day.

Enjoying the Fireworks:

Fireworks are the most crucial part and component of any festival. You can enjoy the fantastic sight of fireworks on the National Day of UAE. There are many places in the federation where this day is celebrated with a spectacular view of fireworks. The sky lightens up in the night because of the firecrackers. So, don’t miss out on watching and enjoying the fireworks on UAE Independence Day.

Burj Khalifa Light Show:

Who has not heard of Burj Khalifa and its fantastic light show! Burj Khalifa is an excellent place to chill around during all the festivities and events occurring around the world. It is considered the biggest and the tallest screen of the world. The light show on Burj Khalifa is one of the best sights to watch in the whole wide world. So, if you want to make this day memorable for you, get ready to enjoy the spectacular light show on Burj Khalifa. Visit Burj Khalifa along with your family or friends on this big day and make beautiful memories to cherish throughout life.

Al Marmoom Desert Camel Racing:

The best way of celebrating a day or an event is to celebrate in the way its creators or founders do. What about celebrating this year’s UAE National Day in the traditional way of the people of the UAE. Camel Racing is one of the oldest traditions of the UAE. This year celebrate the National UAE Day by watching the incredible sight of 60 camels going head to head against each other to reach the finish line. This is the best free of cost thing that could be done on this day.

There are many other ways, like dining out with family and friends, enjoying a free concert, going out for a movie, and much more. Celebrate this day in the best way you can!

UAE National Day Wishes:

People living in UAE celebrate this day with great enthusiasm. The exchange of greetings, messages, and quotes is pretty standard among the masses.

Some of the famous UAE Independence Day quotes are:

• Let the fireworks and dance shows start as it is the National Day of UAE. It is the day for which the people of our country wait for the whole year.
• Let us spread the message of peace and non-violence in all the corners of UAE on National Day.
• Freedom allows you to live with self-respect and dignity. You can never think of leading a meaningful life in the absence of space.

How many countries or emirates are in UAE, and what are their names.

The UAE became a federation of six emirates back in 1971. These include Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain, and Fujairah. In 1972, another emirate became part of this federation. The name of the seventh emirate is Ras Al Khaimah. The capital city of UAE is Abu Dhabi. 

When talking about the currency of the UAE, it is Dirham, also known as Emirati Dirham. The official language of the United Arab Emirates is Arabic. These days modern standard Arabic is being taught in schools.

Happy UAE National Day!