United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi

Tweet

Abu Dhabi is the capital of United Arab Emirates and largest in terms land area among the seven emirates.

 Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Capital Gate Building

Emirates Palace

The Emirate of Abu Dhabi’s land surface measures 67,340 square kilometres, which is equivalent to about 80% of the UAE’s total land area. Only 30% of the emirate is inhabited, with the remaining vast expanses covered mainly by desert and arid land — constituting about 93% of the total land area

 Abu Dhabi thus holds 9% of the world’s proven oil reserves (98.2bn barrels) and almost 5% of the world’s natural gas (5.8 trillion cu metres).

Source Wikipedia and Google for pics

Places to visit in Abu Dhabi

I’ve been to Abu Dhabi quite a few times already but never really had a chance to tour around

* Emirates Palace
* Capital Gate Building
* Khalifa Park
* Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (just passed through)
* Yas Island (just passed through)
* Ferrari World (just passed through)
* Abu Dhabi Heritage Village (been there)
* Abu Dhabi Corniche (been there)
* Saadiyat Island
* Lulu Islands
* Abu Dhabi Mall
* Marina Mall (been there)
* Al Wahda Mall
* Khalidiya Mall
* Jebel Hafeet (been there)
* Al Ain Zoo (been there)


How to get there from Dubai (Public Transport)

By Bus

At Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, from 5:30 am to 11:30pm busses are available at 30 minutes interval or when the bus gets full. Fare is 25 AED to and 15 AED return (I don’t know the reason for the difference) and the trip is around 2 hours.

By Taxi

You can flag down taxi anywhere in Dubai and ask you to bring to Abu Dhabi but of course it would cost a lot more.

UAE Celebrates 40th National Day

Tweet

Dec 2 is the official UAE National Day but the government announced that it would be celebrated from Dec 1 to 3 (since 2 and 3 fell on Friday and Saturday which is the usual rest day here). 

This marks the 40th year after the union of 7 emirates or shiekhdoms formally joined as United Arab Emirates. The picture above shows the rulers of the 7 emirates.

A lot of programs are lined up for the said festivity. Even on the streets you can see their love and pride for their country as they put large flags, pictures, balloons, lights, etc on the buildings, highways, cars and almost everywhere is colored red, green, white and black.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Tweet

I haven't been there, but I really want to!

It’s Your Turn to experience Speed Week at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi!

4 – 14 November 2011

Shift into high gear and experience our new Speed Week event with fun-filled live shows and family entertainment in addition to the thrills of 20 Ferrari inspired rides and attractions.

You can save up to 40% on regular admission fees with our special Speed Week package*

General admissions two-day pass AED 299

Premium admissions two-day pass AED 599

Buy your tickets now!

Call Ferrari World Abu Dhabi on 02-4968001 or email sales@farahleisure.com

Terms and Conditions

· The Speed Week Package Pass is valid for entry on any two days during the period 4 to 14 November 2011.

· The Speed Week Package Pass is valid for one person only. The above rates apply for both 1.5m & above and below 1.5m ticket categories.

· The Speed Week Package Pass allows unlimited use of all rides, shows and attractions at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi except for the two advanced Scuderia Challenge simulators, which require paid timed tickets that can be purchased at the attraction on the days of your visit.

· The Speed Week Package Pass does not provide access to the Yas Marina Circuit or any of its facilities.