Just like Dubai, Abu Dhabi is the best known of the seven emirates. From Dubai you can easily reach Abu Dhabi, because it’s just one and a half hour by car. This makes Abu Dhabi a popular day destination for tourists in Dubai. A day to the nearby emirate is also highly recommended, because like in Dubai there is a lot to do and see in Abu Dhabi.
Dubai and Abu Dhabi show many similarities, especially in the field of architecture. Don’t you get enough of the impressive buildings of Dubai? Abu Dhabi also has an impressive skyline with towering skyscrapers. Abu Dhabi has one of the most impressive and modern formula 1 circuits in the world called the Yas Marina Circuit. The circuit is famous for its night race, but during the day you can go for a guided tour. A must do for the motorsport fan! But Abu Dhabi offers motorsport fans another reason to visit Abu Dhabi, because the truly unique amusement park Ferrari World is located in Abu Dhabi. It is the world’s first and only amusement park based on a car brand, the iconic sports car brand Ferrari. Ferrari World is fun for everyone; it’s a great amusement park with all the attractions you expect.
The Louvre in Paris is world famous, but art lovers can also visit the Louvre in Abu Dhabi. This museum is definitely worth a visit, because has a very recognizable architecture and contains many beautiful works of art and temporary collections. For kids there is a special children’s exhibition. Another well-known sights of Abu Dhabi are the Etihad Towers, which dominate the Abu Dhabi skyline. There are 5 towers with heights ranging from 218 to 305 meters. In the towers you will find offices, apartments and hotels, so you can certainly go inside to enjoy the view. Bring your camera because you can take nice photos. Most people visiting Abu Dhabi visit the immense Sheikh Zayed mosque which is more than 115 meters tall and has got an impressive size. It is the largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates and the seventh largest mosque in the world. The mosque seats 40,000 visitors and fascinating tours are organized in which you learn more about the mosque and the Islamic faith.
You can take organized tours from Dubai to to Abu Dhabi, in which you can see various highlights. It is easy to go up and down to Abu Dhabi on the same day. Excursions are usually not expensive and a great day out with the whole family. Often there is an English speaking guide who can tell you everything about the sights along the way.
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