Bani Yas
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Bani Yas is a tribe in the United Arab Emirates. Al Nahyan which is a branch of Al Falahi which is a branch of Bani Yas is the ruling family in Abu Dhabi, as well as Al Maktoum which is a branch of Al Falasi which is a branch of Bani Yas is the ruling family in Dubai.
Bani Yas consists of several branches, which are:
- Al Falahi
- Al Falasi
- Al Hameli
- Al Mazroai
- Al Marar
- Al Qubaesi
- Al Sweadi
- Al Qeamzi
- Al Rumaithi
- Al Sibosi
- Al Mashgoni
- Al Muharbi
- Al Halami
- Al Humairi
- Al Muhairi
Bani Yas is also a large suburb belonging to the city of Abu Dhabi. It lies approximately 45 kilometres from the city center.

