Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

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About Abu Dhabi:

Abu Dhabi also name as city of Ghazal is the capital of United Arab Emirates. located on an island in the Persian Gulf off the Central West Coast. The city is home to the UAE’s president, a member of Al Nahyan family.

Archaeological finds suggest a long history of human settlement in the region. In fact, there is evidence that people have lived there for over 100,000 years. It is thought that in 1761, the Bani Yas tribe discovered drinking water on a remote island - now known as Abu Dhabi - fished and dived for pearls.

Its focus on oil exports and commerce is reflected by the modern skylines towers and modern skyscrapers and shopping metacentres such as yas mall, Abu Dhabi Marina mall and many more. Located from Dubai distance of around 140 KM connected with Sheikh Zayed road which is the prime highway in United Arab Emirates.

The home of the UAE’s largest mosque called Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. A massive architectural work of art that intentionally blends difference Islamic architectural schools. Mosque features 82 domes, 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers  and more then 40,000 worshipers in one time can perform prayer.

Abu Dhabi got famous in tourism industry through many of its state of the art projects and entertainment spots. In downtown city the area being organized with well planned landscaped structures, famous corniche road which is the home of the world’s one of most luxury hotels “Emirates Palace” and next to it the Qasr Al Watn palace (which is the presidential palace).

There are many other islands connected to the main city providing tourism spots and entertainment options for visitors and residents both. Like Saadiyat Island which is the home of many luxury resorts like St. regis, Park Hyatt and many others.  Also the Louvre Museum is located in Saadiyat Island.

Another famous spot is called “Yas Island” which is man made island and home of the 4 biggest theme parks Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros Abu Dhabi, Sea World Abu Dhabi and Yas Water world Abu Dhabi. The iconic F1 Yas Marina circuit where every year the Grand Prix race is happening also making it one of the famous tourist destination.

Sir Bani Yas island, Al Reem island and Al Maryah island also along with providing the high end living residential and hotels project on the list. Masdar city which is totally developed on green energy also located in Abu Dhabi.

 

Location:

The emirate of Abu Dhabi lies on the coast of the Arabian Gulf and is bordered by Sultanate of Oman to the east, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the south and the west and the emirate of Dubai to the northeast. The three main regions of the emirate are:

Population:

In 2023, Abu Dhabi's population was 3.8 million, and the emirate's GDP was USD 310 billion.

Ruling family of Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi is ruled by H. H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who is also the President of the UAE since 14 May 2022.

Transportation in Abu Dhabi:

Abu Dhabi have a decent and well organized transport system by public busses and state of the art technology equipped taxis available in all areas of the city and visitor can order through application as well like Careem, Uber etc.

Airport in Abu Dhabi:

Total 5 airports. The main one is Abu Dhabi Internaitonal Airport, and others are Al Ain International Airport, Al Bateen Executive Airport, Delma Airport and Sir Bani Yas Airport.

Main iconic landmarks of Abu Dhabi:

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace hotel, Qasr Watn Palace, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina Circuit, Louvre Museum, Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi Corniche, Abu Dhabi Desert.

Top Things to do in Abu Dhabi:

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Water Parks Abu Dhabi, Guided tour of Abu Dhabi, Yas Mall Abu Dhabi, Desert Safari Abu Dhabi, Dining experience at Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi.

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