Abu Dhabi city is the head office of the president of the state and the government, and the headquarter of foreign embassies, oil and commercial companies. Located less than 250 metres from the mainland, Abu Dhabi is an island joined to the mainland by the Maqta and Mussafah Bridges. Yet, the city has many growing suburbs on the mainland.

 

 

It is a cosmopolitan city with urban architecture, lush green gardens and fountains. It bursts with dazzling business-cum-leisure facilities ranging from state-of-the-art convention centre, luxurious hotels, spas, designer golf courses, theatres and very soon, some of the world’s most famous museums. The palace-like shopping malls and indigenous souqs in Abu Dhabi make for a great shopping expedition. Gastronomic treats further abound from cool and sophisticated cafes, clubs and restaurants.

Abu Dhabi is becoming the most important cultural city in the UAE, attracting many visitors to its multiple cultural events throughout the year.