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Abu Dhabi Region

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Abu Dhabi Region - guide chapters 1 2 3

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When describing architectural landmarks of the UAE, it's simply impossible to forget to mention Hatta Fort that is located in a small village. Even several centuries ago the fort was a very important protective facility. Nowadays, travelers are welcome to know more about the history of the fort in a local museum. Modern buildings are no less interesting and are also worth close attention as some of them really deserve it, for example, Burj Al Arab – the most luxurious and expensive hotel in the world. … Open

Chapters of the guide to Abu Dhabi Region

Travel guide to Abu Dhabi Region

Shopping remains one of the most popular entertainments that guests of the emirate genuinely love. Here vacationers can visit both luxurious shopping centers and authentic oriental bazaars. Local bazaars sell such interesting items as essential oils and natural cosmetics based on oil, and perfumes. Vacationers will be amazed by hundreds of spices and herbs, popular oriental sweets, and, of course, fragrant coffee. It … Open

Best beaches

The most secluded and pleasant to stay private beaches belong to major hotels. Gorgeous beach in a fabulously beautiful lagoon is offered by InterContinental hotel. These places are well protected from the wind, and therefore rest is always very nice. The upscale hotel Emirates Palace also has an excellent private beach, where there’s everything for a comfortable stay. Here you can peacefully sunbathe, enjoy … Open

Top hotels with reviews

One of the cleanest beaches of Abu Dhabi can boast the luxury Shangri-La hotel. It will certainly appeal to those who wish to enjoy the national flavour and learn a lot about traditions of local people. The hotel is situated in the amazingly beautiful building in traditional style. Decor of rooms and public areas is also based on local traditions. There are two gourmet restaurants, one of which offers French … Open

Abu Dhabi Region sightseeing

As for famous historical sights, you should definitely see lovely Palace of Al-Husn. It’s the oldest architectural complex in the capital. Powerful fortifications were built in the second half of the 19th century. Currently, the beautiful palace is completely restored; it’s used for storing important historical archives. Fans of educational tours and exhibitions should definitely look into the Abu Dhabi … Open

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Abu Dhabi

There are also historical places in the city, for example, a historical-ethnographic village presenting the life of the Bedouin as it is. Here you can get to know everything that interest tourists regarding the traditional Bedouin fishery and their way of life. Perhaps you cannot find a better place than this to get acquainted with the local culture. UAE Sheikhs are known for ... Open »

Jumeirah

Jumeirah Mosque is an important religious landmark of the neighborhood. It is also considered one of the most beautiful mosques in Dubai. A team of modern architects developed the design of this mosque, but it still looks like a fabulous medieval palace. The mosque was built in accordance with the best traditions of Islamic architecture, and that fact differs it from other ... Open »

Dubai

You will find Heritage village not far from the beautiful house museum. An excursion to this beautiful open-air museum will certainly help you to become imbued with national culture and to appreciate its versatility. Among other attractions of Dubai, which certainly deserve attention of travelers are Diving village and Heritage House. The modern area of Jumeirah is considered ... Open »

Sharjah

The youngest and one of the most attractive venues in Sharjah is the Maritime Museum; it introduces a variety of features of the amazing underwater world. Several thousand years ago fishermen have lived in the emirate, as it has been heavily waterlogged. Much of the museum is devoted to fisheries; there are models of ancient boats and various devices that were used by ... Open »

Ajman

The Red Fort is a newer historical attraction – it was built in the first half of the 19th century. The name of the fort reveals its main peculiarity. The façade of the building is covered with the plaster of an unusual terracotta color. The architectural complex consists of three guardian towers connected by galleries. Two of these towers were built in the 19th century, ... Open »

Ras al Khaimah

Tour enthusiasts who choose Ras al-Khaimah for their recreation have an opportunity to visit a lot of interesting natural and historical attractions. On the territory of the emirate, there is the Canyon of Hadzharsky Mountains that resembles a huge oasis surrounded by desert landscapes. In the canyon, stones that are subsequently used for the modern building construction in the ... Open »

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