AL WAGAN, AL AIN
Al Wagan area is located 86 km to the south of Al Ain and shares its eastern border with the Sultanate of Oman. It is best known for its power station, police station and the new Al Wagan Hospital, Al Ain. You can spot several parks, playgrounds, roads and infrastructure in the district that provide convenience to residents.
IN A NUTSHELL
- Located 86 kilometres from the south of Al Ain
- Numerous services and facilities
- Home to Al Wiqan Hospital
- Home to parks, playgrounds, restaurants and supermarkets
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Al Wagan area hosts camel races. It is also the capital of the southern sector because of government departments such as passport control, vehicle licensing, municipal services and others.
The area is developed by Al Ain Municipality, so the neighbourhood and streets are well-lit. More than 25 radars were placed on Al Wagan Al Ain Road as part of the traffic safety plan.
PROPERTIES IN AL WAGAN AL AIN
Properties in Al Wagan Al Ain include villas and land plots. These affordable properties are ideal for families and those working in government departments.
You can find many apartments for rent in Al Ain at reasonable prices. Likewise, those searching for more spacious accommodation can consider villas for rent in Al Ain featuring beautiful designs. Similarly, villas for sale in Al Ain also have reasonable price tags.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN AL WAGAN
Residents can use the dedicated parking spaces inside each villa. There are numerous public parking spaces near the residential areas for guests and visitors.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IN AL WAGAN
The area lacks public transportation because it is still developing. Employees can own a private car to move around easily, especially since it is located on the main E95 road that connects it to Al Ain.
Residents can catch a bus from Hazzaa Ibn Sultan St / AADC bus stop and Hazzaa Ibn Sultan St / Al Wagan Hospital bus stop.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
SUPERMARKETS IN AL WAGAN
Residents can buy daily and monthly groceries from supermarkets in Al Wiqan such as Al-Hashd Grocery, Masfout Grocery, Mandarin Supermarket and Al-Ain Cooperative Society, Al-Wagan Al-Ain branch, all of which are easily accessible.
There are also some shops in the neighbourhood. These include Al Wiqan Gifts Markets, Al Ansari Exchange, Afrah Al Wiqan Textiles and Tailoring Store, Al Rayan Pharmacy, ADNOC Station and Taj Al Wiqan Grocery.
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN AL WAGAN
Al Wiqan has several mosques, including Salem Ali Al Maktoum Al Junaibi Mosque, Al-Dahba Mosque Qanzel Muslim and Mubarak Muhammad Owaidah Mosque in Al-Hastam Al-Amiri. There is a facility dedicated to Eid prayers that can accommodate a large number of worshipers.
The closest churches, the Evangelical Church and the Church of St. Mary the Catholic are an hour away from the area. Both can be reached easily via E95. You can also find many churches in Abu Dhabi at a short drive.
SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES IN AL WAGAN
Although the area is small, there are several schools in Al Wagan such as:
- Bin Ham School for Secondary Education
There are schools dedicated to teaching the Noble Qur’an, Tajweed and the Sunnah, such as the Sheikha Mariam Bint Sultan Centre.
Those looking for higher education and university entrance can go to the most prominent universities in Al Ain. Such as the United Arab Emirates University, which includes several colleges such as the College of Humanities, Education, Law, Engineering, Medicine and others. It takes one hour to reach Abu Dhabi University and Fatima College of Health Sciences.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS IN AL WAGAN
One of the most prominent hospitals in the region is Al Wagan Hospital Al Ain. Developed and expanded by Musanada in preparation for its handover to Abu Dhabi Health Services Company. It includes more than 30 beds and 14 clinics specialised in various fields such as ENT, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology.
NEARBY AREAS
Al Wiqan is around 86 kilometres away from Al Ain. To the north, you can spot Zakher, Sweihan and Al Faqa, while it is bordered to the east by the Sultanate of Oman.
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
MALLS IN AL WAGAN
There are no malls in Al Wiqan. This means residents need to head to the Al Ain Cooperative Society, Al Wiqan branch, or the old central market.
Those who want better shopping options can go to the most popular malls in Al Ain. Such as Al Ain Mall, Bawadi Mall or perhaps the famous Abu Dhabi malls, where they can find international and local shops, entertainment facilities and numerous restaurants.
RESTAURANTS IN AL WAGAN
Residents can find these restaurants in Al Wagan:
- Mutla’ Suhail’s Kitchen
- Mini Out Cafeteria
- treasure
- spray and brush
- Elif cafe
- Ben Doman
- Lamari Burger Al Wagan
- Qamar Al Waqan Al Ain Cafeteria
- Qamar Al Wagan Restaurant Al Ain
You can find these restaurants at a short drive away.
BEACHES NEAR AL WAGAN
Due to the location of Al Wagan on the border between the UAE and the Sultanate of Oman. It takes a long time to reach the beach. You can reach Jumeirah Public Beach in 2 hours and 22 minutes, while it takes 2 hours and 27 minutes to get to Kite Beach.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
There are plenty of fun things to do in Al Ain for people of all ages. Including retail therapy, visiting forts and museums, spending a day at parks and even enjoying traditional sports.
As for recreational activities, you can enjoy the camel races or visit Al Wagan Park for families, which has plenty of plants and flowers and benches besides walking tracks. The garden also has a dedicated space for children.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
Residents can maintain their physical fitness at Al Wiqan Sports Club, which has modern equipment.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
The area lacks public transportation, which requires residents to own a private car. However, amenities like restaurants, schools and supermarkets are plentiful.
FAQS ABOUT AL WAGAN
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO REACH THE NEIGHBOURING EMIRATE FROM AL WAGAN?
Since Al Ain Al Wiqan shares its eastern border with the Sultanate of Oman, it takes two hours and 17 minutes to reach Dubai by car while reaching Sharjah takes about two hours and 29 minutes by car.
LOCATION
- It is 86 km away from Al Ain.
- Al Ain International Airport can be reached in 1 hour and 12 minutes.
- It takes around 2 hours and 26 minutes to get to Dubai International Airport.