Abu Dhabi
New hotels have been built in the area around the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, which was built a few years ago, as well as on Saadiyat Island. Just seven minutes from downtown, the 27 square kilometer island is currently home to numerous resorts, residences and leisure facilities as well as world-class cultural institutions such as the Zayed National Museum, the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi. Neighboring Yas Island, on the other hand, is the sports island with golf courses, amusement parks, a Formula 1 race track and Ferrari World.
Abu Dhabi also boasts impressive desert landscapes, including the largest continuous sand desert in the world, and Sir Bani Yas Island, the former favorite place of Sheikh Zayed, an island jewel with picturesque, Caribbean-like sandy beaches and a wildlife reserve reminiscent of the African savannah. In the future, the island is also to be developed for cruise tourism, as Abu Dhabi is increasingly targeting this clientele.
The capital of the United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi. The capital is characterized by its coastal roads, which offer breathtaking views of the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf. You can walk, cycle, inline skate or drive along the coastal road, where numerous majestic Emirates palaces are located - one of the world's most opulent hotels occupies a 1.3 kilometer stretch of pristine beach.
In Abu Dhabi City you will find all the amenities of the 21st century - city life and some surprising highlights. Don't forget to take a free guided tour of the impressive Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - one of the largest in the world - and stay at one of the many beach resorts. Shopping is as diverse as the emirate - there's everything from marble-clad malls with haute couture brands to a textile souk (market) hidden behind the main Hamdan Centre building and a carpet souk at the Mina (port).
The island is also home to the legendary Saadiyat Beach Golf Club - designed by the legendary Gary Player. A little further away, to the east, there is the "Oasis City" of Al Ain, which lies close to the border with Oman. This tranquil city - the heir to Abu Dhabi, so to speak - lies under the shadow of Jebel Hafeet - the emirate's highest mountain at 1,340 meters. Take a drive along winding roads and stop at the three-star Mercure Hotel to enjoy the view.
In the western region - Al Gharbia - you will find pristine beaches and some of the most beautiful desert landscapes. Visit Mirfa and the picturesque fishing port, Jebel Dhanna, and take a trip to the Desert Islands Resorts & Spa on Sir Bani Yas Island. Whichever part of the country you choose to visit, you will always be greeted with a warm welcome, as has been the custom for centuries.
Lage
Vereinigte Arabische Emirate
Fläche
972 km²
Bevölkerung
2,784 Millionen
Anreise
Abu Dhabi
Hauptstadt
Abu Dhabi
Klima
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Max. Temperaturen | 25 | 26 | 28 | 33 | 38 | 39 | 42 | 41 | 40 | 35 | 30 | 25 |
| Min. Temperaturen | 15 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 23 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 21 | 19 | 18 |
| Sonnenstunden | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 |
| Regentage | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wassertemperatur | 22 | 21 | 23 | 25 | 27 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 27 | 25 |
Dining in Abu Dhabi - experience culinary highlights
Food in the Gulf region naturally leans heavily on Lebanese and other Arabian cuisines, but there are still numerous variations that never fail to delight. The specialty of Abu Dhabi is that the food here appeals to different tastes and restaurants offer both international and some exotic traditional delicacies.
Tourists have no trouble eating in Abu Dhabi, as the city offers excellent food. For example, the regional dish hummus, which is eaten with salads, fresh pastries, rice dishes and grilled meat. Vegetarians also get their money's worth in Abu Dhabi. Some restaurants offer delicacies from the purely vegetarian Indian cuisine, which you can enjoy to your heart's content!
A creative restaurant scene has spread across the Arabian Gulf, covering the entire culinary spectrum from authentic street food to fine dining in designer gourmet temples.
Nightlife in the Emirates is mainly concentrated in Dubai, while Abu Dhabi has a more informal atmosphere. You can easily turn night into day at beach parties, open-air bars and lounges or in trendy clubs. The venues are usually located in the large hotels - only here is alcohol allowed to be served. Popular venues include Chi at the Lodge, a mega disco with differently designed club areas, Bar and Club Boudoir in Dubai Marina, Zinc Nightclub in the Crowne Plaza, The Apartment and 360° in the Jumeirah Beach Hotel or People by Crystal on the 18th floor of the Raffles Hotel.
Highlights Abu Dhabi - The slightly different attractions Abu Dhabi is nowhere near as popular a tourist destination as Dubai, but has plenty of other highlights to impress visitors. Over the years, the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) has taken it upon itself to promote tourism in Abu Dhabi and has managed to attract millions of visitors to the capital of the United Arab Emirates. In 2010, around 1.81 million tourists visited Abu Dhabi, 18% more than the previous year. ADTA has planned a number of tourism projects in the coming years to put Abu Dhabi on the list of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide. Abu Dhabi's attractions are unique and diverse, offering visitors the opportunity to discover the emirate's rich cultural heritage with modern attractions. The capital's tourist attractions include archaeological sites, museums and galleries, parks and gardens, picturesque islands as well as a variety of adventure activities to keep visitors entertained.
Shopping in Abu Dhabi - handicrafts, carpets and spices
Shopping is something of a national pastime in Abu Dhabi. Probably because it is so diverse, the shopping centers are ultra-modern and offer the latest brands and in small outlets, you will find traditional fragrances, handicrafts, spices and carpets. Compared to other countries, prices are usually relatively low, especially for carpets, textiles and gold. If you have a good negotiating partner, you can even make significant adjustments to the prices.
Hotels
