Sprawled prettily along a stunning bay, Khorfakkan city is among the UAE’s best loved getaways for day trips away from the city buzz or longer relaxing seaside holidays. At Khorfakkan, the UAE flag was raised on the occasion of the country’s 43rd National Day, in 2014. The flag flies atop on a prominent -75m flagpole, a colourful symbol of national and Islamic pride that anchors this festive and bustling corniche.

43rd UAE National Day