Abu Dhabi

Sinimar / News / Abu Dhabi

Published: 24.08.2011

Discover the Emirate and the City of Abu Dhabi!

The town, situated on a peninsula and framed by an archipelago of more than 200 islands, has a fabulous history of the rise. The Legend of local citizens, which is passed down from generation to generation, tells of the gazelle, which followed by hunters, went wading to the island there was the source of fresh water. Since then, the tribe of Bani Yas, living in the oasis of Liwa moved to the island called Abu Dhabi (the father of gazelle). Subsequent development of the city directed by Sheikh Al Bu Fasalah from Al Nahyan family (the ruler family today). Perling, thriving before the World War I, was interrupted during the Great Depression and finally undermined by rival of Abu Dhabi in the pearling- Japan.

Salvation for Abu Dhabi was the discovery of oil in the 30th years of last century and the first export of oil started in 1962. The new history was started 9 years later, then the father of the nation Sheikh Zayed had founded the federation of the United Arab Emirates.

Today Abu-Dhabi is the most populous Emirate with over 1.6 million residents. The traditional way of life here is intertwined with modern facilities for business and excellent conditions for recreation and leisure. The traditional culture of local people has deeply rooted in the literature, horse riding, falconry, traditional handicrafts and cultural heritage. But above all, Abu Dhabi is famous for its people hospitality and people here are willing to tell you the way in case you get lost and even escort you to the place.
Abu Dhabi is the city of mosques. One of the most beautiful mosques revealing is glorious white color Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which is definitely worth a visit. Historical Abu Dhabi is primarily a variety of cultural monuments: Al Maqtaa Fort, the heritage village and historical museum.
But Abu Dhabi today is not a history only. Vibrant art and modern architecture will amaze you and leave an unforgettable impression. You must visit the Yas island with Formula 1 track and Ferrari theme park with breathtaking attractions for children and adults (we suggest you to experience the speed of 240 kmp at the Formula Rosso attraction!).

Lovers of architecture and art can visit the National Museum of Al-Ain or visit the exhibition of contemporary art in Barakat and Gallery One in Emirates Palace or the gallery Manarat Al Saadiyat. Certainly, we need to mention future projects of Louvre museum, Guggenheim museum of modern and contemporary international art and the National Museum on Saadiyat Island.