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Abu Dhabi hosts approximately 110 sqkm of both natural and planted mangroves which, provide a rich natural habitat and safe breeding ground for several fish species, sea snakes, turtles and commercially important shrimp, snapper, grunt fish and sea bream. Sea birds also find safe nesting and egg laying areas in the vast mangrove forests.
The Capital Garden
Open till 10:00 PM
The park, first built in 1976, comprised of a number of fountains and areas for relaxation. There was also a mosque and a restaurant. Capital Park is a wonderful city park and a children's favorite. At the entrance there are two beautiful figures. Within the park there are also a beautiful lake, well-maintained green lawns, and amazing fountains - all the more splendid at night. The garden, which is also known as Al Asema Park, covers 50,000-square metre garden and is located in one of the most densely populated areas of the city, and is bounded by Khalifa Bin Zayed Street, Hamdan Bin Mohammad Street, Fatima Bint Mubarak Street and Sultan Bin Zayed the First Street.
Al Khalidiya Park
Open till 11:00 PM
One of many popular, shady parks in Abu Dhabi, this park offers a respite from the heat of the Corniche in the summer months.There's a jogging track (20-minute circuit) and a variety of climbing frames and other attractions for youngsters.
This permanent exhibition at the Qasr al Hosn Centre tells the story of Abu Dhabi and its people through the city’s oldest building. Fascinating oral testimonies and historic photographs bring this important monument to life. Contemporary Emirati voices reflect on Abu Dhabi’s history and transformation and Qasr al Hosn’s key role as a vibrant symbol of Emirati heritage, culture and tradition. The exhibition is free to enter and open daily from 9am to 8pm. There’s also a public programme of talks and workshops.
Zayed Centre
Al Bateen,Near Crown PrinceFor a fascinating sneak peek into the life of the late Sheikh Zayed, affectionately known as the 'Father of the Nation', visit the Zayed Centre in Abu Dhabi's Al Bateen district. This museum, housed in an Emirati heritage village replete with camels, is an incredible homage to the man who shaped the nation. A photo gallery of Sheikh Zayed and many visiting regional and international royalty and dignitaries lines the walls of the museum, which is also full of personal memorabilia such as his favourite hunting rifles. Taking centre stage are the late President's cherished vehicles - which he often drove through the city without a bodyguard - and gifts he received from all over the world such as stuffed lions and cheetahs.
The world's largest uninterrupted sand mass, the Rub Al Khali (Empty Quarter) will blow you away with massive expanses of awesome desert and enormous dunes. It’s a landscape of ever-changing endless dunes made famous by the British explorer Wilfred Thesiger and his Emirati and Omani companions in the 1940s and 50s.
Reem Island (Arabic: ????? ?????) is a natural island 600 metres off the coast of Abu Dhabi island. Sorouh Real Estate, Reem Investments, and Tamouh are independently developing parts of the island with projects like Shams Abu Dhabi. Reem Developers define the overall dimensions of the project as 6.5 million square metres and investment costs as exceeding $30 billion. The project has gained international interest as one of the first free zones in Abu Dhabi, where foreign nationals can buy property as leasehold. Located off the northeastern coast of Abu Dhabi city, it is a mixed purpose community with both residential and commercial units. The handing over of units in Al Reem Island was delayed due to a couple of reasons, but during the first quarter of 2011, the handing over process began.
Dalma is an Emirati island located in the Persian Gulf approximately 42 kilometres (26 mi) off the coast of Abu Dhabi and 116 kilometres (72 mi) from Doha. The Abu Dhabi Islands Archaeological Survey ADIAS carried out an initial archaeological survey of Dalma island in 1992. A total of more than 20 archaeological sites were identified on the island, ranging in time from the Neolithic (Late Stone Age). The population consists of about 10,000 inhabitants, most of whom are Arabs and Qatari who have been granted United Arab Emirates (UAE) nationality.