Capital Gate

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Capital Gate
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“Capital Gate, also known as the Leaning Tower of Abu Dhabi, is a skyscraper in Abu Dhabi that is over 160 meters (520 ft) tall, 35 stories high, with over 16,000 square meters (170,000 sq ft) of usable office space. Capital Gate is one of the tallest buildings in the city and was designed to…”
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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.

building with the world’s greatest tilt

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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