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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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