Abu Dhabi - an Amazing Experience

Abu Dhabi is a sprawling metropolis which offers an exotic combination of culture and luxury. It is

the perfect place for a vacation, especially for Indians, as the international air tickets are both

available and affordable. There are over 3 daily flights from Delhi to Abu Dhabi directly. These

flights are short and comfortable, each being just a little over 4 hours.

Abu Dhabi has a flourishing hospitality industry, the welcoming atmosphere and the facilities

available ensure a growing number of tourists. Listed below are some of the best things to do and

places to visit whilst in Abu Dhabi.

The Abu Dhabi Corniche with its quaint cafes, Mediterranean-style promenade and stretch of white

sandy beaches, feels like something out of a children’s’ story-book. You can choose to either take

shade under an umbrella and enjoy the view or paddle out into the pristine waters which have been

awarded the blue-flag status.

Abu Dhabi’s architecture usually consists of high-rise buildings such as the National Bank of Abu

Dhabi headquarters, the Hilton Hotel Tower and the Etisalat headquarters. The Emirates Palace is

unique in the way that its architecture is very Arabic. One of the most important architectural

landmarks in Abu Dhabi is the Sheikh Zayed Mosque. This monument uses architectural features and

material from various countries across the world. It has 80 marble domes on its roofline, over a 1000

pillars, 7 gold-plated chandeliers and one of the world’s largest Persian carpets that took 2000

workers over 2 years to complete. It also uses, marble, gold, ceramic and various precious stones.

When visiting this architectural gem be sure to google the appropriate clothing. The various forts such

as Al Jalili Fort and Liwa Forts are also worth the visit, they have an entirely different architectural

style and carry years of history.

Abu Dhabi has a lot of parks and gardens. The most well-known is the Paradise Gardens which holds

the Guinness World Record for the most hanging baskets. This dazzling wonder is spread over 4 acres

and has over 10 million flowers. It is the perfect place to relax and take in nature’s beauty.

The shopping malls in Abu Dhabi are humungous; The Abu Dhabi Mall has over 220 shops and

around 40 international food outlets. The Souks and market places offer a more traditional feel and

sell a wide range of products from carpets and spices to gold. The Barakat Gallery which specializes

in ancient art, displays antiques from all around the world almost all of which are up for sale. Abu

Dhabi is a shopper’s paradise and even hosts a shopping festival.

The cafes and restaurants are numerous and the cuisine served is not only delicious but also very

diverse ranging from Italian to Vietnamese. Sheesha’s Cafe is known for its Turkish coffee and

middle-eastern delights. Cafe du Roi has some delectable croissants and pastries.

Abu Dhabi is the perfect holiday destination. It can be super luxurious as well as affordable. As far as

international air tickets go, the flights from Delhi to Abu Dhabi are fairly affordable. Be sure to make

advanced bookings and use websites such as farecompare.com and skyscanner.com to compare flight

prices and find the best deals.