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Places To Visit In Abu Dhabi
Ghantoot Beach
Tourists hoping to get a respite from the heat of Dubai choose to travel along the Sheikh Zayed Road towards Abu Dhabi to access the private beach of Ghantoot. The area is one of the most popular local spots for holding beach parties, yet it remains less crowded ordinarily with only about a handful of people at the beachfront on weekdays. It has turned out to be an open secret of Emiratis and Expat population who are often found heading out of the city to this fantastic beach. Sundown finds the crowd head towards the bar that can also be reached via the pool.
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Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium
Located in UAE’s own ‘Garden City’, Hazza bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain is the home stadium of Al Ain FC. Split over seven levels and boasting of world-class architecture, it is one of the premiere sporting venues in the country. The enormous stadium can seat up to 30,000 people, but its well-planned architecture ensures shade for all without feeling over-crowded.
Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium was unveiled to the public in December, 2013. The following year, it was voted ‘Stadium of the Year’. Since then, it has hosted the 2017 and 2018 FIFA Club World Cups. Most recently, the magnanimous stadium was the host of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup in January 2019. With the growing popularity of football in the UAE, and the 2022 World Cup to be held in Qatar, Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium is a must-visit destination for any sports fan.
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Heritage Park, Abu Dhabi
Located near the Mina Zayed port in Abu Dhabi, the quaint Heritage Park is ideal for a solitary evening walk or a stroll with loved ones. Surrounded with colourful flowers, elegant fountains and a walking pathway, the park also features large stone formations and a defence tower.
Heritage Village, Abu Dhabi
Heritage Village is a fantastic reconstructed Arab village depicting the Emiratis' life before oil was discovered in the nation. The place features the Bedouin lifestyle with a dash of a campfire, traditional tents made of goat's hair, coffee and a display of the Falaj irrigation system.
Heritage Village is an ideal place to experience and learn the ways of traditional Gulf life and its other techniques. There are also demonstrations of customary skills shown by artisans, such as weaving and spinning by women, metalwork and pottery. If you ask for it, the craftsmen may also give you a chance to try them. There is also a small shop selling various products, including handmade soaps, dried herbs, silver jewellery, clothes and much more.
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Hili Fun City
Hili Fun City is the first themed amusement park to open in the Gulf region. It is located in the Garden City of Al Ain in Abu Dhabi and is immensely popular with children for the thrilling, adventurous rides and several attractions that are enjoyed by the parents as well. The Hili Fun City also houses a huge ice rink similar to that used Olympics, another first in the Gulf.
The entertaining amusement park began functioning in 1985 after being inaugurated by Sheikh Tahnoon bin Muhammad Al Nahyan. It offered a limited number of entertainment rides suitable for all members of the family initially. The park expanded soon afterwards and was reopened in a new avatar in 2009 with over 30 exciting fun filled attractions. Hili Fun City remains closed during the month of Ramadan though with the time utilized to make repairs and renovations. Surprisingly, Wednesdays are kept reserved for women who get to enjoy a respite in complete freedom along with their children. The amazing Hili Fun City has been frequented by almost all visiting dignitaries, as well as members of the royal families, and top celebs from across the world.
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Khalidiyah Mall
Located in one of the most notable and prestigious neighborhoods of Al Khalidiyah in Abu Dhabi, the Khalidiyah Mall is a huge shopping mall in the heart of the city, famous for housing over 160 stores, including the hugely popular Lulu Supermarket. The mall occupies a total area of 8,00,000 square feet, and was opened for the general public in January 2007.
Being in the neighborhood of Al Khalidiyah, the mall is naturally the first choice for the local residents, who often visit the mall to shop not only for clothes and accessories but also for objects of day to day needs. In fact, the mall is not just a hangout place, but it has also grown to be regarded as an enormous landmark that features Islamic architecture and showcases the amalgamation of the old with the new, which is the vibe that is prevalent throughout the area. Highlights at the mall that interest both tourists as well as the local residents of UAE include the UK department stores, Debenhams and BHS; along with the many cafés, restaurants, and a large food court that the mall houses. In addition, there is also an amusement center in the mall, where visitors can enjoy arcade games, watch movies in the brand new dedicated 3D cinema or have a fun friendly match in the bowling alley.
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Louvre Abu Dhabi
The Louvre is the first art and civilisation museum of its kind in the United Arab Emirates. Located on the Saadiyat Island in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, this cultural landmark is a part of the Saadiyat Cultural District. With its strong emphasis of preservation and appreciation of culture, the emirate of Abu Dhabi is the ideal location for the Louvre.
Manarat Al Saadiyat
Set in the Saadiyat Cultural District of Abu Dhabi, the Manarat Al Saadiyat portrays the local, regional and international artistic and cultural expression. One can explore and discover famous collections from global creators, as well as important cultural exhibits from local communities.
Established in 2009, the Manarat Al Saadiyat was the first development on the Saadiyat Island and in the Saadiyat Cultural District. It acts as a visitor centre to those visiting the cultural district and as a passageway to some of the most famous museums based here, including the Zayed National Museum, the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the upcoming Guggenheim Abu Dhabi. Translating to ‘the Place of Enlightenment’ from Arabic, this art and culture centre is known for its art exhibitions, featuring collections from world over. The 15,400 square metres of space includes three galleries, which host temporary and permanent art exhibitions. The fourth space comprises the Manarat Al Saadiyat’s Art Studio. The centre is also home to an events space, a photography studio, an atrium, an auditorium, a garden, a terrace area and an in-house dining venue.
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Marina Eye
The Marina Eye in Abu Dhabi is a giant Ferris wheel on the Corniche that is visible from all nooks and corners of the city. It houses 42 capsules along with luxury VIP capsules. A ride on this wonder takes around 5 minutes, but every minute of it is breathtaking, with a stunning view of the city's horizon and the sparkling blue waters of the coastline.
Established in 2015, the huge wheel dominates the skyline in front of the famous Marina Mall. The Marina Eye is an eye-catching attraction, especially when the sun goes down and the wheel is all lit up. Mostly seen as a great observation deck, the ride imparts a panoramic view of the entire vicinity.
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Marina Mall Abu Dhabi
Recognized as one of the best malls of Abu Dhabi, Marina Mall is a 122,000 sq meters space housing about 400 plus retail stores, a hypermarket, banks, specialty stores, some offices, and a Mercedes Benz car showroom. It is located in close proximity to the Emirates Palace.
Marina Mall has been standing tall for nearly two decades now. It was launched in March 2001. It is an amalgamation of a commercial and entertainment venue. The mall's structure is inspired by a circus tent with modern interiors. It is home to a large number of local and international brands, but most high-end ones. It has a friendly ambiance and the staff here is courteous too. The main attraction of the mall could be events held here. The activity spots like the trampoline, slacklines, zip line, and an 18-meter free-fall are undoubtedly a crowd-pleaser.
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