Abu Dhabi Facts
Father of the Gazelle
The most coveted among the emirates in the United Arab Emirates or the UAE, Abu Dhabi enjoys revenue from tourism all year round. The emirate was founded in 1761, by tribesmen who called their fresh water reserve there by a name that actually translates to 'father of the gazelle'. The capital of the United Arab Emirates or the UAE, Abu Dhabi has changed a lot.
Urban Architecture
Abu Dhabi is a cosmopolitan city, one that attracts tourists with its stylish and yet functional urban architecture and lush gardens. The city is also the center of operations for the Government of the United Arab Emirates or the UAE. It houses the President of the state, the cabinet and most ministries and foreign embassies. The popular UAE Broadcast TV and Zayed Port are also in the city. This beautiful 'son of the gazelle' also flaunts the presence of most of the rich oil companies and commercial establishments and markets.
The Corniche
The Abu Dhabi Corniche is famous for its parks and fountains and amazing landscape. The new Corniche eases traffic congestion and provides gardens along a waterfront created to replicate a lagoon. The other attraction is the artificial Lulu Island which provides Abu Dhabi an exclusive desert, complete with dunes of red sand! The city of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates or the UAE now offers travelers and tourists impressive and attractive modern amenities. The Abu Dhabi Emirate covers more than half of the country, and stretches up to the borders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Oman.
Al Ain and Liwa Oasis
Some of the most alluring travel destinations in the United Arab Emirates or the UAE are in the Abu Dhabi emirate. These include the famous Liwa Oasis and Al Ain or 'the eye' that is near Dubai. A tree-lined freeway takes you to Al Ain, the largest inland city within the United Arab Emirates or the UAE. It stands amidst impressive red sand dunes and a great mountain range. Al Ain shares its border with Oman and flaunts an excellent road system. The oases have attracted tourists for years now. The archaeological excavations, numerous restored forts and settlements are a must-see. The abundance of water has enabled the blooming of numerous parks and gardens and has earned Al Ain the popular epithet of the 'Garden City of the Gulf'.
Camel Market
Tourists are attracted to Abu Dhabi for the number of facilities and local attractions, the atmosphere and unique culture. The exquisite Camel Market, ancient forts and theme parks are most relaxing and worth all the money spent on the trip. The shopping experience in Abu Dhabi is comparable to none other and travel agents around the world even help you plan the famous desert 'safaris'.
Offers you cant refuse
The city is synonymous with road junctions with fascinating themed sculptures, statues and gardens with elaborate fountains. The large souvenir shops and ultra modern air conditioned malls offer goodies that are a real steal, with prices that are simply too tough to resist. The specialized stores offer large gold souks that are every womans and investors delight. The city of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates or the UAE has 5-star hotels studding the skyline and a number of smaller lodging options for the budget-traveler.
