| Al Qir | |
|---|---|
  Al Qir | |
| Coordinates: 26°2′11″N56°5′52″E / 26.03639°N 56.09778°E Coordinates: 26°2′11″N56°5′52″E / 26.03639°N 56.09778°E | |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Emirate | Ras al-Khaimah |
| Elevation | 180 m (593 ft) |
Al Qir is the name of a settlement in Ras al-Khaimah.
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This article covers the various forms of transport in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), by road, rail, air, water, etc.
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