A paradise in the middle of a large and expansive desert – The Liwa oasis is a region that is home to lush greenery and fresh water. Existing in high contrast to the surrounding regions this is a safe haven for tourists and travellers from the vast dunes of sand.
Overview
Located in the western region of Abu Dhabi, this is an Oasis that is surrounded by extensive reaches of Desert. The region is home to a small township and it is a destination frequented by tourists.
What exactly is an oasis?
After seeing the word “oasis repeatedly in this article you may wonder what exactly is an Oasis and why it is so special; here’s the answer to your question. An oasis in geography means – a region or a patch of land surrounded by the desert where underground water comes up to the surface through aquifers from below the surface. Vegetation grows around these regions as the water makes the land fertile.
Why Liwa oasis special
In comparison, Liwa oasis is much larger than a regular one and through the year’s many people have settled in the surrounding region giving rise to small townships and villages. Travellers who visit this region can also engage in a lot of exciting activities such as desert safaris, desert camping, camel rides and so much more.
Getting there
Getting here from Abu Dhabi would take you approximately 2 hours but if you opt to stay at Abu Dhabi resort properties the likes of Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara you can get here much easier since they also provide you with transport facilities.
Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting. Google+
