Al Rafaah | |
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  Al Rafaah | |
| Coordinates: 25°36′55″N55°42′10″E / 25.61528°N 55.70278°E | |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Emirate | Umm Al Quwain |
| Elevation | 14 m (49 ft) |
| Population (2015) | |
| • Total | 2,704 [1] |
| Time zone | UTC+4 |
Al Rafaah is a settlement in Umm Al Quwain, United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is a popular beach for camping and leisure activities. [2]
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