Louvre Abu Dhabi

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Louvre Abu Dhabi
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“The Louvre Abu Dhabi is an art museum located on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It runs under an agreement between the UAE and France, signed in March 2007, that allows it to use the Louvre's name until 2047, and has been described by the Louvre as "France's largest cultural…”
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Lonely PlanetOct 13

Dubai vs Abu Dhabi: Which City Should You Visit in the UAE?

Just how different are Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Two writers go head-to-head to try and convince you to choose their beloved destination.

breathtaking with palm-frond-inspired interior

17 things in this story
  • Saadiyat Cultural DistrictNeighborhoodwill showcase largest cluster of cultural structures
  • Louvre Abu DhabiMuseumbreathtaking with palm-frond-inspired interior
  • Qasr Al SarabHoteldesert resort with coffee-drinking hospitality
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand MosquePlace of worshipmasterpiece of contemporary Islamic design
  • Capital GateHotelbuilding with the world’s greatest tilt
  • Masdar CitySuburbbuilt with recycled materials, focused on energy efficiency
  • Yas IslandNeighborhoodisland dedicated to high-adrenaline fun
  • Ferrari WorldTheme parkworld’s fastest roller coaster
  • CornicheSightstroll along the waterfront
  • Arabian Saluki CentreSightplace for dog-rearing
  • Falcon HospitalSightplace for bird-husbandry
  • Liwa OasisAttractionsand dune for storytelling
  • Elsewhere
  • Dubai CreekSightDubai, United Arab Emirateswhere the city began, along the creek
  • Bur DubaiNeighborhoodDubai, United Arab EmiratesThe name is a reference to the traditional separation of the area from Deira by the creek.
  • Global VillageSightDubai, United Arab Emiratesdeliciously kitschy turbocharged amusement park
  • Frying Pan AdventuresPlaceDubai, United Arab Emiratesoffers walking tours with focus on immigrant cultures
  • DeiraNeighborhoodDubai, United Arab Emirates
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Lonely PlanetSep 20

A Cultural Guide to Abu Dhabi

Discover the culture behind the skyscrapers with this guide to the museums and cultural spaces of Abu Dhabi.

iconic work of contemporary architecture with a geometric steel dome

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 19

A Guide to Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi's Art-Centric Island

Two new museums on Saadiyat Island are bolstering the emirate's bid to be a world-class cultural destination.

Exhibits 600 artifacts in 12 chapters.

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