New Pearl Museum
in RAK
There are two main types of pearl, and the RAK Museum shows
them to the public. Pearls used to have a big impact on the local culture and
economy. RAK used to be the capital of the pearl industry in the past. The
museum, which is one of a kind in the region, has shells all over the walls,
and many pearls in different shapes, sizes and colours. The museum tour guide
helps the visitors by giving them information, stories and answering there
questions. On the first floor of the museum you can see the tools and gear that
the divers used in the past. The second floor displays the world’s famous
pearls; there are small pearls and big that can reach to 16mm. Shells are also
on display. Last but not least is RAK’s 12mm “Miracle of Arabia” pearl, sitting
on a red velvet throne inside the museum. Visitors can also take a ride on one
of the old boats with an old pearl diver as a tour guide.
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