Do you dare to visit these spooky abandoned places in the UAE?
- Spooky Places in Dubai
- Mysterious Places in Ras Al Khaimah
- Eerie Abandoned Plane in Umm Al Quwain
- Ghostly Tombs in Al Ain
With bustling malls, adventure spots and buildings that are marvels of modern architecture, it’s surprising to see some abandoned places in the UAE away from the hustle and bustle. Located in different emirates, these mysterious places in the UAE hold untold secrets. The faded glory of these haunted spots is perfect for adventure buffs to explore.
SPOOKY PLACES TO VISIT IN DUBAI
AL MADAM GHOST VILLAGE NEAR DUBAI
Let’s start our list of haunted places in the UAE with the mysterious Al Madam ghost village near Dubai. Little is known about this eerie village half-buried in the desert between Sharjah and Dubai. But, what we do know is that the Al Madam village near Dubai was constructed sometime around 1970.
There are several theories regarding this perplexing village in the desert. Many believe that the place is haunted by a notorious group of “djinns”- supernatural beings thought to possess people and places.
HOW TO GET TO AL MADAM GHOST VILLAGE NEAR DUBAI?
Now that we’ve piqued your curiosity about the abandoned village – let’s talk about the Al Madam ghost village location. The ghost village is located close to the Al Madam area on the Dubai-Hatta Road (E44). However, if you’re looking to get to Al Madam from Sharjah, you can take the E88, E102 or S149 to connect to the E55 and subsequently reach the Al Madam Village location.
For precise and accurate directions to the Al Madam Village, follow the Google Maps plus code: VQV7+WF Al Madam, Sharjah – United Arab Emirates.
ABANDONED PLANE CRASH IN AL AWIR DESERT
Next on our list of top abandoned places to see in the UAE is a plane crash wreck in Dubai’s Al Awir desert. The plane crash site at Al Awir (sometimes known as (Al Aweer) is one of the most popular dark tourist attractions in the UAE, but like other eerie spots, there’s no concrete information about the plane or how it got there. According to locals, the abandoned plane crash site in Dubai could relate to a 2011 emergency plane crash drill, but the reports are unconfirmed.
HOW TO GET TO THE ABANDONED PLANE CRASH AT AL AWIR DESERT LOCATION
Visit the Al Awir plane crash site in Dubai by following the Google Map code 5G6G+5V Dubai – United Arab Emirates.
VILLA 4 IN JUMEIRAH 1
Who would’ve thought that an opulent villa could turn into a potentially haunted house amidst a bustling metropolis like Dubai? Well, it has happened! The continued presence of Villa 4 in Jumeirah 1 is an eerie reminder of the paranormal rumours surrounding it that date back to 2011.
Previous residents of Villa 4 experienced strange activities, frightening noises, movements and other unexplained events within the premises. Due to the spooky occurrences, the residents swiftly fled this supposedly haunted villa in Dubai.
AL KHAIL GATE
The Al Khail Gate is another popular potentially haunted house in Dubai, known among ghost chasers for its exceptional levels of creepiness. Due to the many stories and myths about paranormal activities within the apartment, it is considered one of Dubai’s top haunted places.
Former residents of the Al Khail Gate have reported their belongings disappearing only to reappear in somewhere different. Strange noises and shrieks have also been reported. It is also rumoured that three people have committed suicide within the building and it’s speculated that their ghosts are still present. Creepy huh?
MYSTERIOUS PLACES IN RAS AL KHAIMAH
AL QASIMI PALACE RAS AL KHAIMAH
Another spooky place that will send shivers down your spine is the Al Qasimi Palace in Ras Al Khaimah. Also called the Qasr Al Ghamedh, this stunning abandoned palace in RAK was built in 1985 by the late Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Humaid Al Qassimi, costing a whooping AED 500 million. The palace is thought to be haunted and those rumours have seen it become one of RAK’s most popular tourists attractions!
As the story goes, the inhabitants left the palace after they encountered mysterious occurrences like furniture being thrown across the room, missing objects and faces appearing at windows and walls. These mysterious and unexplained phenomena is the reason why it’s also called the “Al Qasimi Jinn Palace”.
There’s plenty to explore at the four-storey palace with 35 rooms topped by a glass dome pyramid roof, through which natural sunlight illuminates the floors. The palace’s interior is decorated with gorgeous murals, artefacts and chandeliers imported from Belgium and France. Visit the haunted palace and explore if the mysterious rumours about it are true.
Want to know more about the Al Qasimi Palace RAK location? It is located along the Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Road, Al Dhait North. The haunted palace is approximately an hour away from Jebel Jais, the tallest mountain in RAK, where adventure buffs flock for some adrenaline-pumping fun.
HOW TO GET TO AL QASIMI PALACE RAK?
If you plan to visit Al Qasimi Palace from RAK, take the Al Manama – Ras Al Khaimah Road (E18). The road will connect with Sheikh Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Road, where the palace is located.
Those travelling from Dubai can get on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and continue towards Al Riffa. Now take Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Road to reach the palace.
AL QASIMI PALACE RAK TICKETS
Take a look at the ticket prices below, which can be purchased at the gate of the palace:
- Individual tickets for Al Qasimi Palace: AED 75 (per person)
- Group tickets for Al Qasimi Palace: AED 50 (per person)
AL QASIMI PALACE RAK TIMINGS
The ‘Haunted’ Palace of Ras Al Khaimah is open daily from 09:00 am – 07:00 pm. Do check before visiting if the palace is open to the public. It was closed for renovations in 2020.
AL JAZIRAH AL HAMRA OLD TOWN IN RAS AL KHAIMAH
Al Jazirah Al Hamra old town in Ras Al Khaimah, also known as the Red Island, is an old settlement dating back to somewhere between the 14th and 16th century. Unlike the other abandoned places in the UAE, Al Jazirah Al Hamra has a significantly explainable history.
The island was home to residents who relied on pearling and fishing. But as the pearling industry took a downturn, residents started to leave the island for other opportunities. In 1830, approximately 400 people lived on the island. But as the oil boom took hold approaching the 1960s, more and more residents decided to leave Al Jazirah Al Hamra.
Some rumours also suggest that the main reason behind the abandonment was paranormal activities. Regardless of the abandonment, Al Jazirah Al Hamra abandoned island in RAK is a site definitely worth a visit.
HOW TO GET TO AL JAZIRAH AL HAMRA RAK LOCATION?
If you wish to visit the abandoned island, follow the Google Map code PQ5W+R4 Al Jazirah Al Hamra, Ras al Khaimah – United Arab Emirates to get there.
EERIE ABANDONED PLANE IN UMM AL QUWAIN
Drive over to Umm Al Quwain and you’ll find another abandoned site in the UAE with unverified history. The abandoned plane in Umm Al Quwain is a Soviet Union military plane called Ilyushin IL 76.
What we know about the plane is that it landed in Umm Al Quwain in the late 1990s in a closed airfield. But the reasons why the plane didn’t make its return journey remain a mystery. Tourists and locals visit the location to explore the derelict but strangely majestic Soviet-era military plane.
HOW TO GET TO THE ABANDONED AIRPLANE IN UMM AL QUWAIN LOCATION?
The abandoned aircraft in Umm Al Quwain is located near the Barracuda Resort and Dreamland Aqua Park.
GHOSTLY TOMBS IN AL AIN
Jebel Hafeet is one of the most famous mountains in the UAE. It’s also a site for ancient tombs with little explanation about its origins. The “beehive” tombs in Al Ain is an ancient cemetery discovered over a decade ago in the northern and eastern foothills of Jebel Hafeet in Al Ain.
It’s thought that the mysterious tombs, known for their unique shape, date back to 3000 BC. Other artefacts found at the site indicate that the tombs might belong to an ancient community that lived in the region long, long ago. There are over 500 graves in various dome-shaped tombs located at the bottom of Jebel Hafeet. Exploring the ancient sites is one of the most popular things to do at Jebel Hafeet.
HOW TO GET TO JEBEL HAFEET BEEHIVE TOMBS IN AL AIN?
You can use the Google Maps code 2QWX+2W Al Ain, Abu Dhabi – United Arab Emirates, to reach the accurate Jebel Hafeet beehive cemetery location in Al Ain.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS?
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST HAUNTED PLACES IN DUBAI?
Some of the most haunted places in Dubai are:
- Abandoned plane crash site in Al Awir
- Villa 4
- Al Khail Gate
- Tunnel in Pan Emirates
WHERE ARE THE BEEHIVE TOMBS IN UAE?
The “beehive cemetery” in the UAE is located at the foothills of Jebel Hafeet mountain in Al Ain.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST ADVENTUROUS THINGS TO DO IN DUBAI?
From desert safari to skydiving and helicopter tours to thrilling water sports, so many adventures in Dubai are waiting to be experienced. Looking for mystery and intrigue wrapped into a puzzling challenge? Try these escape rooms in Dubai. Or you could try Dubai’s trampoline adventures.
That wraps up our list of abandoned places in the UAE. This eerie list contains popular sites that some people believe to be haunted – mainly as the reasons for their abandonment are often vague or simply non-existent. Have you visited any of these spooky UAE abandoned locations? Let us know in the comments section below. We’d love to hear about your experiences.
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