Hatta - The Other Side of Dubai

 

Went to Hatta for a weekend, the old mountain city in the Emirates of Dubai, high up in the Hajar mountains. Worth a visit for sure!

Lonely Home

Took a 2 day trip to Hatta into the Hajar mountains about 1h outside of Dubai. One of the houses you can find on the way...

Greenery

While less so in the early Winter, Hatta is green and full of water in the Spring time. Have to come back for sure.

Hatta Green Lake

I've heard of the Hatta Dam before, but there's also the aptly named Green Lake which is arguably more beautiful.

Hatta Dam

The aforementioned Hatta Dam - with appropriately low water levels given that summer just ended.

Rocks

The mountain scenery is truly spectacular. I'd imagine Mars in a similar way, minus the water (or not).

Dam Island

Looking at the rocks around, it may be that this island is under water when the dam is filled.

Colour Contrasts

The different shares of red and brown are a great contrast with the white houses and greenery.

City Views

Taken from one of Hatta's old towers from the 18th century.

Military Tower

The tower mentioned earlier.

Inside the Tower

Looking upwards from the inside of the tower.

Hatta From Above

The view towards the Hajar mountains from the small tower.

More Views

The building on the left is the city's hospital.

Flag Day

November 3rd was UAE Flag Day and the Hatta Fort Hotel didn't miss to celebrate.

High Up

Or not so high.

Miniature Fort

The small hill adjacent to the Hatta Fort Hotel.

Peacock in the Lights

Doesn't it look like he's growing some kind of plant out of his head?

Hatta Lake Trails

My first ever try at star trails up at Hatta Green Lake - turned out nicely I'd say and what a breeze to do with the Olympus Live Composite mode. The straight lines are planes.

Heritage Village

The rebuilt original village houses of Hatta, dating back almost 3000 years.

Unkowns

I'm not certain, but this looks like a cemetery?

Contrasts

More of the beautiful colour contrasts in the city.

Juma Mosque

Originally built in 1780 (yes, there's history in Dubai).

Desert Sunsets

Can't get enough of these - on the way back from Hatta going into Sharjah.