The United Arab Emirates is located in the Middle East between Oman and Saudi Arabia. It has a diverse landscape that is mostly desert but also includes mountains, valleys, and coastal plains. The economy relies heavily on oil and natural gas production as well as tourism, especially in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The population is over 4.5 million, most of whom are Muslim but various other religions are practiced freely. The country has a very liberal society with a high quality of life and low crime rate.