City Information



Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque personifies religious architecture in Abu Dhabi. The largest mosque in the city, it is a key place of worship during Eid when an astonishing 40,000 worshippers gather in the courtyard for prayers. Among its distinctive architectural features is the world’s largest carpet, imported 24-carat gold plated chandeliers from Germany made of Swarovski crystals, calligraphy styles on the Qiba wall and unique lighting along the pools arcades. The mosque is open to all religions with complimentary ‘walk-in’ guided tours available from Saturday to Thursday.

Yas Island
Abu Dhabi is a T-shaped island neighboured by almost 200 minor islands, a few of which have been developed for tourism and entertainment purpose. One of them is the Yas Island – home to the Yas Marina Circuit – a cutting-edge F1 motor cross racetrack. It also features attractions like Yas Marina and Abu Dhabi golf course, Warner Bros. Movie World, Ferrari World, Yas Marina Hotel and a water park. This tourist destination is complete with all the amenities and activities, such as hotels, marinas, polo clubs, apartments, villas and food and beverage outlets. The Yas Island is just 30 minutes drive from Abu Dhabi.

Heritage Village
Operated by the Emirates Heritage Club, Heritage Village casts a glance into the bygone traditional Middle Eastern village settled along an oasis. Traditional way of desert life including coffee pots, and tents made of goat’s hair, and falaj irrigation system can be observed at this open-air museum. The Village also tries to focus on traditional craft and skills by facilitating live workshops of metalwork, pottery, weaving and spinning. Visitors are encouraged to try their hand at these skills and understand the technique behind them.