Under the strategic rule of Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) has become one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the region.

1. Amna bint Saud bin Saqr al-
Qassimi ( آمنة بنت سعود بن صقر منة بنت سعود بن صقر
(القاسمي

2. RAK: Travel Back with “the Lion of the Sea” M
Under the strategic rule of Saud Bin Saqr Al
Qasimi, Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) has become
one of the fastest growing tourist destinations
in the region. Although most are drawn to its
beautiful beaches, adventurous desert
activities and pampering resorts, many visitors
take the time to explore RAK’s rich history and
culture, which includes the famous navigator
known as “the Lion of the Sea,” who lived in
the region more than 500 years ago.

3. A Legendary Sailor
Although the story is contested by scholars,
ancient navigator Ahmad Bin Majid is
credited with leading famous Portuguese
explorer Vasco da Gama on his first trade
route conducted entirely on the water. Critics
state that Vasco da Gama did not set off on
this expedition until 1497, when Ahmad Bin
Majid had already retired. Still, Bin Majid’s
numerous literary and navigation
contributions helped pave the way for the
present day Ras Al Khaimah, currently ruled
by Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi.

4. After his alleged adventure with Vasco da
Gama, Bin Majid would grow to become a
scholar, poet and navigator who was so well-respected
that he would be given the
nickname "the Lion of the Sea" more than
five centuries after his death.
Paving the Way for Greatness
Ahmad Bin Majid was born in 1421 to a
family of famous seafarers. He was so skilled
that he started navigating ships at the young
age of 17.

5. Bin Majid’s most historically valuable
contribution were his handwritten
oceanography books, which addressed a
wide range of sailing issues including weather
patterns, celestial navigation and charts that
detailed which areas were not safe for sail.
Bin Majid, or “the Lion of the Sea,” became
one of the most iconic figures of the United
Arab Emirates (UAE) for his contributions to
navigation, which undoubtedly helped people
of the region travel to new destinations and
open new trading opportunities.

6. Thank You!

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