The Emirate of Ajman is situated on the coast of the Arabian Gulf extending over a distance of 16 km long between the emirates of Umm al Qiwain and Sharjah The area of the emirate is about 259 Sqkm which is equivalent to 0.3% of the country's total area excluding the islands The population of the emirate is 121491 persons in 1995
The city of Ajman is the capital of the emirate lies on the coast the Arabian Gulf It comprises the Ruler's office companies banks and commercial markets The Port of Ajman is located along a natural creek (Khor) which penetrates the town
The two major areas in the emirate are Masfout which is an agricultural area located 110 km to the south east of the emirate and Manama area located 60 km to the East

Ajman has been transformed into an Emirate with modern facilities and amenities The Emirate is also well connected with the rest of the UAE by modern highways and road network Yet the traditional way of life has been preserved forming with the modern living environment a pleasant blend of the old and the new and the simple and sophisticated
The beautiful beaches of Ajman and the cleaner and less commercialized seashores offer excellent facilities for swimmers and beach lovers For bargain hunters it is worth a visit to Ajman Souk which is also renowned for its architectural splendor Some of the regions such as Masfoot and Manama are rich in agriculture and farming Masfoot is surrounded by mountains in all directions which provide a scenic backdrop to this region.

The United Arab Emirates is proud of their culture heritage and history which form the foundation of the country's present prosperity The Fortress in Ajman built way back in the 18th century is a symbol that reflects this rich heritage The fortress was restored and now houses the famous Ajman Museum Its prized possessions include the treasures of former Rulers monuments conventional industry presentation of social life style and the traditional profession of the past
Finally living in a marine environment dhow building using traditional tools and manual skills and fishing continue to thrive as important activities in the Emirate.