Abu Dhabi is a fine blend of tradition and modernity

Standing like an oasis in the vast deserts of United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi can be termed an attractive, green and orderly city where chaos is nonexistent. The city may not be as glamorous as Dubai but it is not feeling inferior. It may have drawn inspiration from its more cosmopolitan neighbour but is in no hurry to mindless copying it. The development projects are planned brilliantly and not hurriedly. The city’s face may change in a decade but its character will not change much. Here we turn spotlight on major attractions for travellers planning a holiday in Abu Dhabi Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the major draw cards in Abu Dhabi. This grand building can accommodate upto 40,000 worshippers at a time. The mosque strongly stands on 1000 pillars with 80 marbled domes adding to its grandness. The design of this building is inspired from Morocco, Turkey and Taj Mahal.

Yas Island

This manmade island in Abu Dhabi attracts a large number of travellers from around the world. The island can be easily accessed by car, seaplane or boat. The island offers an array of fun activities which make it more interesting.

Abu Dhabi Corniche

Situated along the coast the Corniche provides great options for walking, jogging and cyclists. The place is highly frequented by families for picnicking and recreation and tourists visiting this place have an array of options to gorge on Arabic and Turkish fares. The guests can also enjoy a concert while sitting here.

Abu Dhabi Heritage Village and Women's Handicraft Center

Abu Dhabi Heritage Village and Women's Handicraft Center offers you a chance to sneak a peek into the cultural life of this city in UAE. The place recreates a typical village filled with goat hair tents, markets and several other things that gives an understanding of the former life of the city. Those who wants to buy some souvenir should go to the Women's Handicraft Center from where they can buy hand-woven baskets and several embroidered things.

Dune hopping

No visit of Abu Dhabi will be said to be complete unless you will visit sand dunes. Watching mammoth sand dunes in a perspective of clear blue sky is a photographers’ delight. To make your experience more rewarding there are racing camels, Bedouin tents and barbeque dinners.

Emirates Palace Hotel

Apart from its hospitality Emirates Palace hotel is well known for its magnificent building. The hotel is a fine epitome of luxury and magnificent architecture.

Souks

The city of Abu Dhabi is well known for its various souks that are highly popular among travellers. There are different special features of different souks. Those in love with yellow metal should spend some time in Madinat Zayed Gold Souk while those looking for fine Persian carpets should visit the Iranian Souk.