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Until 40 years ago, Abu Dhabi, now
the island capital of the United Arab
Emirates, was a small fishing village.
Transformed by oil revenues into a
modern metropolis, today, it is a
beautiful modern garden city, with
wide tree-lined boulevards, lush green
parks, and cool, bubbling fountains.
However, parts of the old Abu Dhabi
can still be seen in the Dhow wharf
and fish market, in the north-east
of the city.
Cultural Foundation (Heritage)
Khalidiya Street, Abu Dhabi
The Cultural Centre houses an art
exhibition with displays changing
each week, as well as a library, theatre
auditorium and lecture rooms.
The Corniche (Leisure)
Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi
A park-lined coastal boulevard that
skirts the city, with a backdrop of
architecturally modern buildings that
face the sea.
Heritage Village (Heritage)
Mussafa Road, Abu Dhabi
Situated in the middle of Abu Dhabi,
the village is a living exhibition
of the nomadic Bedouin life-style
detailing a variety of local traditions,
as well as those of other cultures
employed in agriculture, fishing and
trading.
Souk (Market)
City Centre, Abu Dhabi
At this traditional market, you can
find small shops selling everything
from gold jewellery to electronics.
White Fort (Building)
Al Nasr Street, Abu Dhabi
The White Fort is the oldest building
in Abu Dhabi and was once the home
of the ruling family. Now the building
is the home of the Centre of Documentation
and Research, which displays many
interesting exhibits of traditional
artifacts and photographs.
Al Nasr Street (District)
Al Nasr Street, Abu Dhabi
There are a number of antique shops
and jewellery stores along this road
where bargaining is positively encouraged.
Breakwater (Leisure)
Opposite Abu Dhabi Corniche, Abu Dhabi
This is the best place in Abu Dhabi
to watch the skyline and experience
some local food. Be sure to visit
the floating restaurants and pubs.
Island Drop Off (Leisure)
Hotel Inter-Continental Abu Dhabi,
Al Khalidya Street, PO Box 4171, Abu
Dhabi
Enjoy a day on your own private island,
with prearranged drop-off and pick-up
times. Either let the hotel cater
for you or take your own refreshments.
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