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Abu Dhabi Holidays, Hotels & Travel Guide
Travel guide to hotels & holidays in Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi Holidays Overview
A guide to holidays in Abu Dhabi - The brash, bold city of Abu Dhabi is a modern
marvel, capital of the wealthy United Arab Emirates and
headquarters of the world's richest oil operating companies. The
pulsating city, with futuristic skyscrapers and wide tree-lined
boulevards, is capitalising on its sophistication, amazing
duty-free shopping zone, its luxury hotels and top class transport
and communication infrastructure to attract tourists. They come not
only for the 'retail therapy' and glitz, but also to explore the
fascinating culture of the vast Abu Dhabi Emirate itself (it is the
largest of the seven Emirates), with its miles of desert and
interesting oases.
The city is almost an island,
jutting into the Persian Gulf, with land having been reclaimed from
the sea to make way for a long seafront Corniche, lined with lush
gardens and gushing fountains. It is a relatively young city, the
area having been first settled by nomadic tribesmen in the mid-18th
century; it remained little more than a fishing village until oil
was discovered in the 1950s, and the financial and trading boom
began. Today the international airport and deep
water port bring in visitors from around the world, most clutching
credit cards and cash, set on spending as much as possible in the
enticing shopping malls and buzzing souk (market). Limousines are a
common sight in the congested streets, and restaurants offering the
cuisine of many nations do a roaring trade, especially along the
waterfront. Shopping fever is at its height during the annual
Shopping Festival held in early March. Those taking a break from
modern luxury can escape to the desert for a Bedouin feast under
the stars, or a camel ride through the dunes.
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Abu Dhabi
holidays - Top Places To Go
1. Al Hosn Palace (White Fort)
Khalid bin Walid St
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What is it? The oldest building in young Abu Dhabi is the
Al Hosn Palace, known colloquially as the White Fort. It was
constructed in 1793 as the official residence of the former ruling
family, and was extensively renovated in 1983. Today it houses the
Cultural Foundation, featuring a museum of traditional artefacts
and historical photographs. The Palace is renowned for the
magnificent tile work over its main gate.
Hours of Operation: Open daily 7.30am to 1.30pm, Thursdays from 7.30am to
12.00pm. Closed on Fridays
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2. Heritage Village
The Breakwater
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What is it? Designed as a living museum depicting
traditional Bedouin life, the Heritage Village over the Abu Dhabi
Corniche features tents, courtyard houses, an ancient irrigation
system, workshops where craftsmen ply their trades, a museum and
much more.
Hours of Operation: 8.30am to 5pm
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3. Petroleum Exhibition
The Corniche, near the fire station
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What is it? The basis of Abu Dhabi's wealth, the oil
industry, is showcased in this permanent exhibition of photographs
and interactive displays depicting the discovery of the 'black
gold' and subsequent development of the
region.
Hours of Operation: Daily 7am to 2pm. Closed Thursdays and
Fridays
Phone:626 9715 |
Abu Dhabi
holidays - Top Events
1. Abu Dhabi Salsa and Jazz Festival
From 2007-04-19
To 2007-04-20
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What is it? The two successful festivals, Abu Dhabi
Latino Fiesta and Abu Dhabi International Jazz Festival are now
joined in two days of entertainment. Latin dancers and musicians
dazzle on the first night, while the second night is filled with
the sounds of some of the best jazz artists from around the
world.
Where is it? The Beach Rotana Hotel & Towers Abu Dhabi |
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