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History
Sir Bani Yas Island – Abu Dhabi The name Sir Bani Yas originates from the Bani Yas tribe, which was the first settled in Abu Dhabi. Sir Bani Yas is the peak of salt created millions of years ago by natural geological forces. The first human settlers arrived several thousand years ago. Thirty-six archaeological sites have been exposed throughout Sir Bani Yas.
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Sir Bani Yas is a natural island situated 170 km (110 mi) southwest of Abu Dhabi in the capital of the UAE. It spread on 9 km (5.6 mi) offshore from Jebel Dhanna. Sir Bani Yas is 17.5 km (10.9 mi) from north to south and 9 km (5.6 mi) from east to west, making it the biggest natural island in the UAE, situated just off the western region of Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas was originally home to Arabia’s biggest wildlife preserve.
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FAQ's
1. Why is Sir Bani Yas island in Abu Dhabi famous?
this incredible island is made up of the Arabian Wildlife Park, one of the region's largest wildlife reserves home to more than 17,000 free-roaming animals, including Arabian oryx, gazelles, giraffes, hyenas, etc
2. How are Abu Dhabi and Sir Bani Yas the same?
Sir Bani Yas Island is located in Abu Dhabi Emirate (district) but it is actually more than two hours drive from Abu Dhabi city, plus you have to ride a boat (for another 30 minutes) to reach it.
