Masafi is a village located on the edge of the Hajar Mountains in the United Arab Emirates. It sits at the inland entrance of the Wadi Ham, which runs down to Fujairah City. The border between the emirates of Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah runs through the town, which houses a barracks used by the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces.
Masafi Fort
A Falaj (man-made underground aquifer) at Masafi Fort
The Masafi 'Friday Market' – actually open all week
Bithnah Fort is a traditional double story rock, coral and mudbrick fortification located in the Wadi Ham, near the village of Bithnah in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. The fort has played a significant role in the history of the Emirates, particularly in the emergence of Fujairah as an independent emirate in the early 20th century. With a controlling position overlooking the Wadi Ham, the fort replaced an Iron Age fortification.
Al Bithnah Fort
Bithnah Fort prior to restoration
The square guard tower of Bithnah Fort, facing away from the Wadi Ham.
Bithnah Fort, showing the square guard tower to the right.