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Surrounded by a lush park, this fairytale fort was constructed in the 1890s as the summer residence of Sheikh Zayed I (1836–1909) and expanded by the British in the 1950s. The original parts are the square fort in the far-left corner of the courtyard and the wedding-cake-tiered tower opposite. Today the compound houses a tourist centre and a superb exhibit of photographs taken by British explorer Sir Wilfred Thesiger during his multiple crossings of the Empty Desert in the 1940s.
Featured on the back of the Dh1000 note, this iconic fort started life in 1760 as a watchtower that safeguarded a precious freshwater well. After an expansion, it became the ancestral home of the ruling Al Nahyan family in 1793 and remained a royal residence until 1966. In a free exhibit, photographs, archaeological finds, models and other objects chart the history of Abu Dhabi and its people.
After a brief spell as an administrative centre, the palace was closed in 1990 and has been undergoing long-term restoration ever since
Standing outside Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital, watching anxious owners from across the region delivering their hooded 'patients' in person, you will quickly realise that this is a much-needed and much-loved facility. Falcons are an integral part of traditional Gulf culture and no expense is spared in restoring these magnificent birds to full health. Tours include a visit to the falcon museum, the examination room and the free-flight aviary. Tour reservations (bookable online) are mandatory.
If you're willing to brave an arm, the well-behaved raptors will even perch for a photograph.
The hospital is about 6km southeast of Abu Dhabi airport. Coming from central Abu Dhabi, follow Airport Rd (E20) to Sweihan Rd in the direction of Falah City; about 3km past the junction with Hwy E11, turn right after the water tank (before exit 30A) and follow the signs to the hospital.
What the Burj Khalifa in Dubai is to the vertical, the Emirates Palace is to the horizontal, with audacious domed gatehouses and flying ramps to the foyer, 114 domes and a 1.3km private beach. Built at a cost of Dh11 billion, this is the big hotel in the Gulf, with 1002 crystal chandeliers and 400 luxury rooms and suites. You don’t have to check in to check out the Emirates Palace, as it doubles as a cultural hub of the city.
Hosting opera and renowned orchestras during the Abu Dhabi Classics concert season, and showing screenings during the Abu Dhabi Film Festival, the Emirates Palace has played its part in the cultural expansion of the capital. Other reasons to visit include the Barakat Gallery, which offers exquisite fine art from ancient China, Egypt, Africa, Greece and Rome; ever-popular afternoon high tea in the foyer (Dh160); and an ATM that dispenses gold bars.
The waterfront Corniche, with its white sandy beaches and generous promenade, stretches the entire length of the north-west shore of the city. Giving spectacular views of the iconic high rise tower blocks assembled along the seafront, it also offers one of the city's main recreation opportunities with a dedicated walking and separate cycle path weaving in and out of the Corniche's landscaped gardens. Refreshments are available from the public beaches that punctuate the western section of the road.
The best way to explore the whole Corniche is by renting a bicycle from Funride Sports, in front of the Hilton Abu Dhabi at the south-western end of the Corniche. There are several other stations, less consistently open, at Al Sahil gardens, about a third of the way along the 8km cycle track. Towels and sunbeds can be rented from several of the Corniche's public beaches, run by Bake UAE. It's worth taking some water for exploring the whole length of the Corniche as the eastern section has few amenities and long stretches without shade.
The inland side of the Corniche is dotted with parks and sheesha cafés that come alive at night with local families seeking the sea breeze in the sweltering summer months (May to September) or clustered around mobile heaters in the cool winter nights (December to February).
You'll probably hear them before you see them as a howl goes up when a visitor approaches this hound pound. A visit here involves entering the kennels, meeting the affectionate and well-looked-after residents, picking up a puppy or two and perhaps watching bath-time. Prized for their hunting skills and speed over distance, salukis have for centuries been man's best friend to the Bedu, and after a visit to this breeding and training centre it's easy to see why. It's in the Falcon Hospital Complex; prebook an appointment.
Originating in China, the saluki is thought to be one of the first breeds of dog to be domesticated and their speed, tolerance to high temperatures and intelligence made them the perfect companions for nomadic communities who used them to catch rabbits and other small game. While there's not much call for their skills in the desert these days, they remain a beloved part of the Arabian Peninsula heritage with pure-bred, well-behaved dogs fetching thousands of dirhams. Many are bred to race and, according to the Guinness Book of Records , a saluki holds the record for four-legged speed at 68.8km/h, clocked up in 1996. Their beauty is also prized and dogs are paraded before judges for their pride, stride and condition of coat. To see these wonderful, shaggy eared dogs in action, visit the 10-day Al Dhafra Festival, in the deserts of Madinat Zayed in the Western Region of the Abu Dhabi Emirate.
Rising majestically from beautifully manicured gardens and visible from each of the bridges joining Abu Dhabi Island to the mainland, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque represents an impressive welcome to the city. Conceived by the first president of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed, and marking his final resting place, the mosque accommodates 41,000 worshippers and is one of the few in the region open to non-Muslims.
With more than 80 marble domes on a roofline held aloft by over 1000 pillars and punctuated by four 107m-high minarets, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a masterpiece of modern Islamic architecture and design. Over 100,000 tons of pure white Greek and Macedonian marble were used in its construction. Delicate floral designs inlaid with semi-precious stones, such as lapis lazuli, red agate, amethyst, abalone, jasper and mother-of-pearl, decorate a variety of marbles and contrast with the more traditional geometric ceramic details.
While it includes references to Mamluk, Ottoman and Fatimid styles, the overwhelming impression of the breath-taking interior is contemporary and innovative, with three steel, gold, brass and crystal chandeliers filling the main prayer hall with shafts of primary-coloured light. The chandeliers, the largest of which weighs approximately 12 tons, sparkle with Swarovski crystals and shine with 40kg of 24-carat galvanised gold.
One of the prayer hall's most impressive features is the world’s largest loomed carpet. The medallion design with elaborate arabesque motifs took 1200 craftsmen two years to complete, half of which was spent on hand knotting the 5700 sq metres of woollen thread on a cotton base. That translates as two billion, 268 million knots!
Visitors are welcome to enter the mosque except during prayer times. A worthwhile free 45- to 60-minute guided tour (in English and Arabic) helps explain some fundamentals of the Islamic religion while pointing out some of the stylistic highlights of the interior. Check the website for prayer times, which change daily. Mosque etiquette requires all visitors to wear long, loose-fitting, ankle-length trousers or skirts, long sleeves and a headscarf for women. Those not dressed appropriately are asked to go to the basement, where hooded abeyyas and kanduras can be borrowed for free.
Sheikh Zayed’s mausoleum is on the approach to the mosque entrance. Prayers are continually recited by attendants here. While photographs of the mausoleum are not permitted, visitors are free to photograph all other parts of the mosque, but sensitivity should be shown towards those in prayer.
The mosque is located off Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed St.
ABU DHABI // New roadside sensors will be installed in residential areas of the capital to detect cars that make too much noise.
The system consists of a sound meter linked to a sophisticated camera. If the noise level from a vehicle is excessive, the camera captures the licence plate and the driver may be fined.
The equipment was designed by Capt Ahmed Al Muhairi, head of safety at Abu Dhabi traffic police, and is thought to be the first of its kind.
Maj Gen Mohammed Al Romaithi, commander-in-chief of Abu Dhabi Police, said it would help to reduce noise pollution.
“Traffic noise is considered a health hazard in Dubai and Riyadh, with the traffic noise levels being 69 and 80 decibels," said Salaheddine Bendak, associate professor inindustrial engineering at the University of Sharjah, who has studied street traffic noise in both cities.
“I think it’s fair to assume Abu Dhabi traffic noise levels are similar to those of Dubai and this is a big health issue that needs to be addressed.
“Such a new technology would be a step in the right direction."
Glenn Havinoviski, a traffic expert in the United States, said the equipment would be useful if the camera and sound sensor were able to differentiate between closely spaced vehicles and determine which ones were too noisy.
He suggested that several sensors be installed on key routes, and should not be obviously visible. “Otherwise, it is possible for drivers to trick the system by maintaining their vehicles at lower volumes near sensor locations," he said.
Vehicle noise is regulated in many countries. Most states in the US have local ordinances that limit noise levels to about 90 decibels. Vehicle noise in the UK is limited to 74 decibels, and Europe-wide legislation will reduce that to 68 decibels by 2026.
Abu Dhabi Police were unable to say on Tuesday what noise levels would be considered excessive, or what penalties offending drivers would face.
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The park is divided into four ‘thrill levels’: Adrenaline Rush, Exciting Adventure, Moving and Grooving and, finally, Young Fun. We’ve already picked out some of our favourites below but let’s start with the biggest, fastest and wettest – the five one-of-a-kind rides that have never ever been seen before in a waterpark.
Dawwama Dawwama is arguably going to be the big highlight of the whole park. The main funnel customers find themselves zooming around inside is set 20 metres high and the ride itself will consist of one special craft that can hold six people. Imagine what it must be like to be whisked around a tornado and you’re somewhere close to the feeling the designers hope this feature will instil. It’s also the world’s first and largest hydromagnetic-powered six people tornado slide and, as if all that wasn’t enough for thrill-seekers, it’s also the proud owner of yet another waterpark record – the world’s longest run-in, at a mind bogglingly massive 238 metres long.
Falcon’s Falaj Another attraction that will get punters salivating is this high adrenaline six-person raft ride. Clearly, they like to do things on a grand scale at Yas and this ride is no exception. At 300 metres, Falcon’s Falaj is officially the longest mammoth water coaster ride in the Middle East and its main objective is to make people scream. Given that it consists of so many twists, turns, rapids and drops it’s probably safe to say they’ll achieve that particular goal.
Bubble’s Barrel One for the wannabe surfers out there, Bubble’s Barrel is a surf-able sheet wave and not only that it’s also the world’s largest FlowBarrel 10 Double which means there’s both a breaking wave on the left and right-hand so two people can ride at once. The wave machine pumps out a 3m high wave that’s powered by pumps generating 1,250 horsepower that push out an incredible 7,000 litres of water per second. That’s some serious power but if you’re keen on building up your flowboarding or bodyboarding skills then this is the ride you should be concentrating on. Expect to get dumped in the water a few times along the way though! World champion flowboarder, Clayton Barker will be on hand to do demos and offer some coaching.
Bandit Bomber At 550 metres long, Bandit Bomber is the only suspended rollercoaster in the Middle East – in fact it’s the only water rollercoaster at all in the Middle East. It’s equipped with a number of four-passenger coaches all featuring a brand new seat and restraint design. It’s not all about just whizzing around the park though, because Bandit Bomber is also the first rollercoaster to incorporate on-board water and laser effects. With a capacity of 700 guests per hour, viewers can also enjoy the fun and excitement by interacting from below at the special zones such as the Jabha Zone – one of the Bandit Bomber’s interactive drop zones where guests can spray water on coaster riders as they zoom by.
Slither’s Slides (see ‘Exciting Adventure’ level for details)A maze of slides and tunnels numerous twists and turns amid spectacular special effects, the idea being that your adventure should never really be the same twice. Riders can select six different themes on each of the slides for 30 distinct experiences. Each ends in a splash pool, where you can expect to shoot out of a slide capped with a giant fanged snake head. Each ride will have the ability to accommodate double tubes encouraging family and friends to ride together. Throughout these slides visitors will encounter Slither and his serpent friends through themed interactive sculptures that spray water, LED light effects and 3D videos displayed within the slides.
Exciting Adventure level
Serpent’s Spin
After two sharp turns, guests will drop through a water curtain into the darkness of the bowl and spin around, lit only by tiny LED lights around the bowl’s periphery, before being ejected down into a landing pool.
Slither Alley
A gentle beginning gives way to a series of sharp drops and a water curtain, separating the dark section from the open-air part towards the end, which promises to surprise riders as they descend to the pool.
Slither Surprise
The slithery fun continues with this torturous ravine, which makes riders believe they are being tossed between rocks. It’s a real bumpy ride as you go through steep drops and oscillations where the gaps between the rocks are wider. Snake’s Tale
Sound, light and chilled fog combine to give the rider the effect that he’s descended deep into torrents. Hold on tight because you’ll feel like you’re falling off your ring at the depth of the Jebel and then, before you know it, you’ll be thrown out into the bright light and a warm water pool.
Amwaj
The largest wave pool in the Middle East. With a giant pearl looming above, kick back and take in the alternating ebb and flow of the incredible wave patterns.
Yadi Yas
An action-packed wadi ride. Hold on tight to your tube to stay afloat as the pulse wave takes you on a fun and exciting adventure. Don’t think lazy river, think Crazy River!
Sebag
A brilliant race to the bottom awaits. Launch headfirst and compete with your friends and family to the finish line, while keeping an eye on the stopwatch at the bottom. This ride is deceptively quick, and when we say quick we mean really, really quick!
Adrenaline Rush level
Liwa Loop
If you’ve ever fancied dropping straight into a high-intensity, waterslide now you can with Liwa Loop – the first and only looping waterslide of its kind in the Middle East.
Rush Rider
This endless sheet wave brings Californian-style fun in the sun to Abu Dhabi. Basically, it’s a huge machine that mimics being out there on the ocean waves. The Rush Rider is the ideal place for you to begin your flowboarding or surfing career.
Hamlool’s Humps
Three massive humps on this slide ride will have you feeling airborne when you go over them. It’s deceptive too – you’ll never imagine how long and narrow the ride is!
Jebel Drop
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The platform for Jebel Drop is probably the best vantage point in the entire park. Don’t get too freaked by how everything looks so tiny from here. It’s such a long drop. Scary? Yes. Fun? Most definitely.
Moving and grooving level
Marah Fortress
Quite possibly the ultimate children’s playground with six slides, two dumping buckets, a water-shooting geyser, water cannons and tons of other interactive stuff for the little ones to get their hands on. The slides in this area will also allow adults to participate with their kids.
Young Fun level
Yehal A smaller version of the Marah Fortress for the slightly younger ones with lots of gentle slides and a dumping bucket. There’s plenty here to keep them entertained and amused.
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TheEmirates National Auto Museumis located about one hour drive south of
Abu Dhabi, on the E65 road toLiwa Oasis24°05′N54°25′E. It
houses the private collection of Sheikh Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyanwith approximately 200 exhibition items.
Signs on the highway to the
museum are easy to follow admission cost is AED50 for adults. However, it is
advisable to check local news for latest opening times before the trip.
The pyramid-shaped building
houses an unusual collection of predominantly 1950s to 1990s vehicles in
various stages of customisation, hard to find in any other car museum,http://www.enam.ae/index.html
This museum is the private
collection of H.H. Sheikh Hamad Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan.
The collection houses a vast
array of cars and other vehicles; some seemingly bought from owners there and
then, such as a customised camper van, others received as presents from all around
the world. While some have been kept as originally intended, others have been
modified to suit the Sheikh's preference.
You will find several Mercedes,
one in each colour of the rainbow for each day of the week. And they are all
fitted with conveniences such as refrigerators and TV. A number of other
vehicles are also rainbow coloured or have a rainbow logo painted on them and
have matching seats and hubcaps. There are a number of military vehicles into
which children are allowed to climb; one even has a golfing range on top.
The Dodge comes in all sizes
but none is as impressive as the 5-metre-high model with a complete apartment
under its roof. It was parked next to some dune-bashing monstrosities and a
shiny see-through disco car. including:
·An 8 times oversized replica of aDodge
Power Wagontruck,
this is a tow-able caravan and has four bedrooms inside.
·A very detailed replicable of an 1890s Benz three-wheeler.
·A collection of 4-wheel-drive vehicles.
·A small collection of identical Mercedes limousines,
representing together all colours of the rainbow, are the trademark of the
owner.
·A number of 1950s American and 1970s European limousines with
their large dimensions build a striking contrast to a sizable collection of
bubble and mini cars in the adjacent row.
·Some 10 prototypes and racing cars.
With a workshop located behind
the building, all exhibits are in excellent condition and several are
roadgoing. There are also many gaps in the displays with no explanation. Only a
handful of vehicles have information placards at all and even then it is simple
specification info. There is no history or provenance provided.
On display outside are:
·a 4:1 scaleJeep
·a 4:1 scaleLand
Rover
·Lockheed
TristarL-1011-385-1-114
MSN 193N-1093 the formerBritish
AirwaysLoch
Fyne
Exhibiting an
astonishing suite of more than 200 cars, the Emirates National Auto Museum is
not, in fact, a national museum but rather a car collection turned into an
exhibition. The owner is H.H. Sheikh Hamad Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, probably the
most eccentric member of the ruling family of Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Hamad is also
known as the "Rainbow Sheikh" not for the first thought that crosses
your mind but because he has a passion for colors and in particular the colors
of the rainbow. As a result, he uses a rainbow logo for all his leisure
businesses.
The building housing the collection is not
particularly attractive: a rusty steel pyramid.
Going back to the cars: this collection wow-ed
all the connoisseurs that have been there: it features everything one could
think of: from the weirdest items ( military vehicles - tanks, a New York
yellow tax cab, a Red Cross vehicle, a NYPD car) to Guinness Book records: an 8
times oversized replica of a Dodge Power Wagon truck - used as a caravan, and
unique items such as: a 4x4 Lamborghini, a world globe-shapped 3-storey caravan
with all the facilities in a normal house - usually used by the Sheikh and his
family during their trips in the desert.
I remember watching a show with Sheikh Hamad
presenting his museum. He was mentioning that some of his cars were bought,
some were custom-made from scratch and some were gifts. When asked if he sells
any of his cars in case he doesn't like/use it anymore his answer was:
"Sell it? That's embarrassing for me. I just give it away to
friends..."
The story behind the 7 Mercedes 500 SELs
painted each one in one color of the rainbow : When Sheikh Hamad got married,
the party lasted for 7 days during which he wanted to use the same car but in
different colors. It was just another "wedding decoration".
Open daily 9am-1pm , 2pm-6pm (Timing may
vary). Make sure you call in advance to check someone is there.
Entry fee: AED 50.
The only downside of this museum is the poor
signage and explinations. With such auto jewels, it's a shame no to know the
stories behind the cars.
Emirates National Auto
Museum is an exhibition of private cars collected by Hamad bin Hamad Al
Nahyan, one of the sheikhs of the UAE who is known as the 'Rainbow
Sheikh'. The cars include Mercedes (one of each colour of the rainbow), Dodge
pick-ups and also oversized caravans (one in the shape of a globe). The bizarre
collection was once featured on the BBC television programme Top Gear.
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