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12/27/23, 2:07 PM Emirates Post Group launches commemorative stamp to celebrate Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Reserve in Abu Dhabi - mid-east.info
natural and cultural heritage of the United Arab Emirates. Additionally, these efforts serve as a
means to promote eco-tourism in the region.”

Located 45 kilometres east of Abu Dhabi, Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Reserve serves as a prime

example of the UAE’s commitment to preserving its natural wonders and promoting
Ecotourism. Covering seven square kilometres, it boasts over 1,700 fossil dunes, making it the
first of its kind in the UAE and the West Asia region. The reserve also has the highest

concentration of fossil sand dunes in a single location in Abu Dhabi.

Recognised as a geological monument by the International Union for Conservation of Nature
(IUCN), the reserve is on track for UNESCO Global Geopark status, reflecting its geological

significance with various experts theorising that they formed during the Ice Age dating back to
around 120 thousand years ago. These fossil sand dunes provide a glimpse into the ever-

changing natural world. The distinctive shapes of these formations in the Al Wathba area are
results of an intricate interplay between wind force and sediment supply.

The new stamp joins EPG’s collection of postal editions, available across all the Emirates Post’s
Customer Happiness Centres and online at www.emiratespostshop.ae allowing everyone to own

a piece of UAE’s natural history.