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Discover 600 million year history through the Salt Domes at Sir Bani Yas Island Unveiling the gems of the Middle East

The Sir Bani Yas Island is a natural Island located off the coast of Abu Dhabi and is the largest Island in the United Arab Emirates. The Island is famous for its picturesque natural landscapes that span across its entirety making it all the more pleasing to visit. Speaking a little more about the Island, its name originates from Bani Yas Tribe who first inhabited Abu Dhabi. However, this Island is known well for its abundance of Salt Domes which were formed between 11.6 & 5.3 million years ago during the Miocene period as a direct of pressure built up between shifting plates. The Salt Domes are simply enchanting for they are perhaps the most celebrated natural phenomenon that reins the Sir Bani Yas Island. Thanks to this tedious process of the formation of the Salt Domes, today we have what is called the largest natural Island of the United Arab Emirates. And for those who are already in search of a Sir Bani Yas hotel can always to choose to stay with Desert Islands Resort & Spa By Anantara.

The Salt Domes are not just a mere occurrence that draws in many visitors but it also has served as a lively hood to the many residents of Sir Bani Yas Island for the central part of the mountains consists of rock salts which are mined and used as a cleanser and a decorating the eyes.