In pictures: UAE's best parks reviewed

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  Dubai, United Arab Emirates- January, 24, 2013; Families and Kids enjoy the long weekend at Safa Park in Dubai . ( Satish Kumar / The National ) For News

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  Mamzar Beach Park, Dubai: Teenagers enjoying the swings. Pawan Singh / The National

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  Mushrif Park, Dubai: Created in 1980 as an international village, it still contains 13 models of houses from around the world. Pawan Singh / The National

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  Capital Garden, Abu Dhabi: The 5.6-hectare space is a green oasis in the concrete jungle and is open 24/7. Ravindranath K / The National

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  Khalifa Park, Abu Dhabi: The small park was opened in 1976 but was recently refurbished and now includes rock fountain. Ravindranath K / The National

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  Safa Park, Dubai: Men find shade under this big tree in Dubai's first public park that opened in 1975. Jeff Topping/The National

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  Safa Park, Dubai: Men find shade under this big tree in Dubai's first public park that opened in 1975. Jeff Topping/The National