Fateh Oil Terminal
Fateh
Oil Terminal, located offshore in
the Persian Gulf, serves as a crucial export facility for Dubai Petroleum
Company crude oil. This massive terminal handles around 100 tankers annually,
showcasing the UAE's role in the global oil market. While industrial operations
take center stage, the offshore location provides stunning views of the Arabian
Gulf and the Dubai skyline.
Explore
the fascinating history of the Fateh Oil Field, discovered in 1966 and named
"Fateh" (meaning "Conqueror") by Dubai's
ruler, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. While not
exactly a tourist destination, Fateh Oil Terminal offers a glimpse into the
UAE's oil industry, a significant driver of the country's development.