Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates and the capital of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The city is located on the island of Abu Dhabi, and extends to the land and surrounding islands. And in it the presidency of the state and the presidency of the Council of Ministers and embassies accredited to the UAE. It is also the seat of the Abu Dhabi Ruler, Crown Prince and Chairman of the Executive Council.
Although the emirate is rich in oil, the Abu Dhabi government is trying to diversify its economy with investments in both the economic and tourism fields. The Emirates in general, and Abu Dhabi in particular, have the highest percentage of wealthy people in the world, with more than 75,000 millionaires. According to CNN and the Fortune Scale, Abu Dhabi is the richest city in the world. Abu Dhabi, according to the 2013 Ipsos Report, was considered the fourth favorite city in the world for living and visiting, as it was considered the safest city in the Middle East.
The city of Abu Dhabi has many great attractions and activities suitable for all family members. The city mixes tradition and modernity with modernity and antique. In this article, we present to you the top 10 places and activities in Abu Dhabi:
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1- Abu Dhabi Corniche
Abu Dhabi is distinguished by its charming white sandy beaches that extend along the northwest coast of the city. These beaches give stunning views of the tall towers along the waterfront. The Abu Dhabi Corniche is available on a walking track and bike track. The Corniche also offers the possibility to rent bicycles from one of the four existing stations, and there are a number of parks and cafes suitable for families on the internal side of the Corniche.
2- Emirates Palace
The Emirates Palace is located on the city’s beach near the Heritage Village, and is considered one of the distinguished hotels in the world, with a cost of nearly $ 3 billion. The hotel is managed by Kempinski, the oldest luxury hotel group in Europe. The Emirates Palace consists of 400 rooms and suites. In its interior designs, materials were used in marble and pure gold. Many festivals and international concerts are held at the hotel.
3- Sheikh Zayed Mosque
The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is the largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates, and it is a wonderful architectural marvel. The mosque contains amazing complex complex designs, which made it one of the best architectural structures in the Islamic world. It took about 12 years to build this unique exquisite picture. Check out this mosque and enjoy looking at the large Iranian individual carpets, German oak chandeliers, harmonious tiles with each other, authentic water pool, intricate columns and ornate lines.
4- Culture village
Heritage Village is located near the Marina Shopping Center, and it has tents made of goat hair and a bonfire alongside Arabic coffee jugs. Those responsible for it are interested in introducing visitors to the village of their heritage through scenes representative of the process of extracting water from old wells, the irrigation system, mud houses, old fishing villages and old markets, with the aim of introducing the lifestyle of the Bedouins who lived in Abu Dhabi. A village built in the place of a traditional oasis village, it gives an interesting insight into the traditional life of Abu Dhabi.
5- Saadiyat Island
Saadiyat Island is one of the most beautiful islands located in Abu Dhabi, which is a natural island 500 meters from the coast of Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates, and it is a project under development. It is a huge commercial, residential, recreational and cultural project. It is expected to be fully ready in the year 2020. According to the Abu Dhabi government, Saadiyat Island will be the emirate’s cultural project, as it includes a number of distinctive landmarks, the most prominent of which is the cultural area that is expected to be opened by lovers of culture and art from all over the world. This area includes urban landmarks such as the Zayed National Museum, the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Guggenham Abu Dhabi.
6- Safari trips in the desert
You cannot miss a safari trip in the desert of Abu Dhabi city, from which you can enjoy the natural scenery of the desert in the United Arab Emirates and merge into the unique Emirati life and the rich UAE culture. Most safari offer the ability to drive a four-wheel drive or camel riding and enjoy the amazing views. You can also enjoy a magical night in the desert and under the clear sky full of sparkling stars while eating delicious food.
7- Ferrari World Park
Ferrari World is an amusement park located on Yas Island, and is the largest park in Abu Dhabi. In this park, you can ride the exciting Formula Rossa train, which has a speed of 240 miles per hour. You can also enjoy Formula 1 racing and Ferrari simulation games and trains.
8- Yas Waterworld theme park
The Waterworld theme park is known for its forty-three games, slope and attractions, and it spans a vast area that includes fifteen football fields. Enjoy exciting and varied riding games, and have a great day with your family and children. And if you want excitement and excitement, try the funky 283 meter hurricane ramp, or enjoy surfing or surfboards in Bubbles Parrill or Bandit Bumper and many other exciting games and activities.
9- Water sports
Abu Dhabi has an environment suitable for all types of water sports and coastal waters are considered safe and non-polluting and ideal for swimming, diving, jet skiing, jet skiing, sailing on a sailboat (a locally designed boat) or a yacht along the enchanting promenade and diving using the breathing apparatus in the skill center, watching Coral reefs that were not affected by impurities and get to know the water environment filled with secrets and the efforts made by the Emirates in order to preserve them.
10- Falconry
The falconry sport is one of the most popular types of sports in the UAE, where children inherited it from parents and grandparents. Arabs are considered to be the first to know this sport and it is considered their favorite hobby and after that they moved to other countries. Falcons have been mentioned in many poems among Arabs, they strike the proverb with an eagle’s eye for its beauty and unity, as well as beating proverbs with its supernatural power, in addition to the fact that the falcon is a symbol of strength and a sign of Pride is always the same as men. The interest in falconry in the Gulf countries increases as people and rulers find them fond of the sport of falcons to the present day.
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