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Gender Paul, 47

Flag of United Arab Emirates Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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💬 Can speak: English

🤝 Needs to improve: Arabic

📕 About me

Hello! I'm an engineering professor from Ireland but living in UAE. I am learning Levantine Arabic. My hobbies are hiking, golf and travel. I have been to Lebanon and hope to also travel to Jordan, Syria and Palestine in the future.

😮 3 interesting facts about the United Arab Emirates

1 - The UAE's traditional "Al Sadu" weaving is recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, reflecting the artistry of Bedouin women.

2 - The UAE has a rich pearl diving heritage, and the "Dubai Pearl Museum" showcases the history and significance of pearl diving in the region.

3 - The UAE's official language is Arabic, but English is widely spoken and used for business and communication.