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What to see in Abu Dhabi

Wondering what to see in Abu Dhabi? Your options are endless. In the city and out in the desert, you'll find majestic buildings and awe-inspiring landscapes filled with experiences that you won't encounter anywhere else in the world.

Celebrate culture on Saadiyat Island, home to the architectural masterpiece, the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Further inland, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque stands as a global beacon for peace, a must-see for anyone visiting the city. Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest structure in the emirate and a unique place to learn about Abu Dhabi's rich history.

Take a trip to the desert to get an even better vantage point of ancient traditions and protected environments. Al Ain is an oasis city packed with museums, relics and sunshine-dappled pathways that meander through the lush greenery of the oasis. Jebel Hafit is Abu Dhabi's tallest peak, with 5000-year-old tombs to explore at the foot.

Start your exploration of the diverse and vibrant emirate of Abu Dhabi.

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1Abu Dhabi's heritage sites and cultural landmarks showcase time-honoured traditions. Artefacts uncover the tracks of the Bedouins (nomadic Arab people) who traversed the area for centuries, taming the landscape and making the modern Abu Dhabi.
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1Soak up ancient sights in Al Ain and at Qasr Al Hosn and immerse yourself in culture at Louvre Abu Dhabi and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Visit the modern-day icons of Abu Dhabi too like the luxurious Zaya Nurai Island and Etihad Towers.

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Abu Dhabi's culture is rooted in Islamic traditions and its foremost message of peace. A mix of international influences paired with local heritage has resulted in a welcoming capital city that boasts a charming mix of new and old.
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