2013-11-30

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, 30 November 2013: RAK Properties PJSC, Ras Al Khaimah’s biggest property developer listed on Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange, has planned two-day celebrations on 1st and 2nd December to mark the 42nd UAE National Day. The celebrations will take place from 9am – 6pm in the Lagoon area of Mina Al Arab, the company’s biggest project in Ras Al Khaimah.

Ayalah & Harbiya, the traditional dance, will be one of the main activities as a tribute to the UAE traditions. Handcraft displays and Henna designs will also be available for residents and tourists at Mina Al Arab during the event.

In addition, RAK Properties has lined up Flacon Display shows offering opportunity to residents to take photos with the ‘symbol’ of the UAE tradition.

Traditional fashion outfits will also be on display and trials, as well as dishes from the Emirati cuisine. Moreover, Heritage art galleries will give the Lagoon visitors a great time while their kids will be entertained at the Kids corner.

Mohamed Sultan Al Qadi, Managing Director and CEO of RAK Properties said: “This is part of our overall commitment to the UAE. The philosophy of celebrating this momentous day is gaining ground within the local and expatriate community. This year, we have lined up extraordinary celebrations in celebration of this blessed day in the history of the UAE.”

RAK Properties is the biggest real-estate developer in Ras Al Khaimah and it operates several prominent projects across the Northern Emirates.

Editors Note:

RAK Properties, a Public Joint Stock Company listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Market, is a real estate development company established to implement the emirate’s plans to promote real estate, tourism and leisure facilities in RAK and invest in interesting projects. It is intended that its activities will encourage economic growth in the UAE in general and Ras Al Khaimah in particular. The company launched its first project, Julfar Towers – a 45-storied twin office and residential project at a cost of AED 500 million – in February 2006 followed by Mina Al Arab – spread over 43 million sq. feet at a cost of AED 10 Billion – in May 2006. It also launched RAK Tower in Abu Dhabi at Cityscape Dubai.