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Place in Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Ruwais is a small town rapidly developing into a city in the western part of the emirate of Abu Dhabi, about 240 km west of the city of Abu Dhabi.
By plane
There is a small airstrip about 10 km away, but it is small and only small private aircraft such a Cessna 172 or a Beechcraft Baron can land there.
By shuttle bus
Taxi services are available everywhere and shuttle buses are also available.(First, they were available for public, now only for hospital and Adnoc staff)
By bicycle
People often prefer to use bicycles for short trips. Bicycle upgrades are also possible in sports shops.
By foot
You can see people walking throughout the day. Walking and jogging is also a popular sporting activity here.
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