Adhen, Ras Al Khaimah

Adhen (Arabic: اذن) is a town in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. It was formerly the location of the Desert Regiment and Mortar Troop of the Trucial Oman Scouts. Traditionally, Adhen was home to members of the Mazari tribe. In an area normally noted for its high levels of rainfall and fertility in the Winter and Spring, Adhen enjoyed record levels of rainfall in 2020 – according to local residents, the heaviest in 30 years.

Adhen
Adhen
Coordinates: 25°27′31″N 56°0′56″E
CountryUnited Arab Emirates
EmirateRas Al Khaimah
Elevation
143 m (472 ft)
Population
 (2015)
  Total4,516
Time zoneUTC+4
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