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Culture lovers will be in their element in Abu Dhabi with this three-day itinerary. Begin with a trio of inspiring architectural gems on day one; Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an awe-inspiring place of worship; Wahat Al Karama, an impressive tribute to UAE martyrs; and the Heritage Village, a reconstructed area that gives an insight into the pre-oil era of the UAE. On day two, continue to explore the country’s unique past with a visit to the lush Al Ain Oasis, and incredible historic structures, such as Al Jahili Fort and Qasr Al Muwaiji. Finally, on day three, explore Qasr Al Hosn, the symbolic birthplace of Abu Dhabi and the oldest stone building in the city. Then, get a fix of the arts with a trip to Manarat Al Saadiyat, a ‘place of enlightenment’ and take a tour of the Louvre Abu Dhabi, with its incredible collection of priceless works.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
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This architectural work of art is one the world’s largest mosques, with a capacity for an astonishing 40,000 worshippers. More >>
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Heritage Village
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Run by the Emirates Heritage Club, this reconstruction of a traditional oasis village provides an interesting glimpse into the emirate’s past. More >>
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Al Ain Oasis
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The historic oasis sprawls across 3,000-acre and provides a unique insight into the region's inhabitants who began taming the desert 4,000 years ago. More >>
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Al Jahili Fort
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Since opening its gates in 2008, Al Jahili Fort has been a cultural the focal point of activities associated with philosophy and heritage of Abu Dhabi in the Garden City. Al Jahili is one of the largest forts in the UAE ... More >>
2hrs
Qasr Al Muwaiji
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Qasr Al Muwaiji was home to generations of the Al Nahyan family, and saw the birth of Sheikh Khalifa in 1948. The UNESCO World Heritage Site functioned not only as a home and an oasis in the desert but also as a place of ... More >>
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Qasr Al Hosn
(375 reviews)
Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest and most significant building in Abu Dhabi, holding the city’s first permanent structure; the watchtower. Built around the 1790’s, the commanding structure overlooked the costal trade routes an ... More >>
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Manarat Al Saadiyat
(400 reviews)
The name of Abu Dhabi’s original art destination literally translates to mean a “place of enlightenment”. Manarat Al Saadiyat opened its doors to art lovers in 2009 and hosts on-going activities for the local community, ... More >>
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Louvre Abu Dhabi
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The iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi is the first universal museum in the Arab World that translates the spirit of openness of cultures. As one of the premier cultural institutions located in the heart of the Saadiyat Cultural Di ... More >>
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