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Abu Dhabi (Arabic: أبو ظبي, transcribed Abu Zabi, Father translation gazelle) is the capital of UAE and administrative center of the emirate with the same name. It is headed by Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, while the United Arab Emirates and emir.

Abu Dhabi lies on a T-shaped island, in front of the Arabian Gulf (Persian). The city population was 860,000 people in 2007 and it is estimated that by 2030 the number of people will live in this city will exceed 3 million. In order to adapt the city for such a population, large projects are currently underway to modernize the infrastructure.

From the economic point of view, Abu Dhabi has traditionally relied on oil, holding huge reserves, whose operation is expected to last for 100 years, but also actively tried to diversify their investments and financial services tourism.

Abu Dhabi's etymology is uncertain, but there are several versions about the name. The most common tale says that a hunter of gazelles (dhabi in Arabic) has a game to where this city. There he discovered a fresh water well and founded a settlement. This name is used by more than 300 years. Before, I was called milh (salt in Arabic) because of salt water around her.

Parts of Abu Dhabi have been colonized in the third millennium i.Hr and respect the history of its early pattern of livestock and fisheries of the region. The modern Abu Dhabi has its roots in a large confederation of tribes, Bani Yas, which eventually took control of the area and what would become the city of Dubai. In the 19th century, Abu Dhabi and Dubai branches of the confederation broke up.

By the mid-twentieth century, the city's economy was sustained by rising camels, of the dates and vegetables in Al-Ain and Liwa oases. Also, fishing and pearl collection took place especially during summer months. In those days, people lived in huts made of palm leaves, known locally barasti. Wealthy families lived in houses built of adobe.

In 1939, Sheikh Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Shakhbut gave rights research and exploitation of petroleum resources, and the first oil discovery occurred in 1958. At first, the money obtained from oil have had a minimal effect on the economy. Some buildings with lower heights were constructed and paved roads were first published in 1961.

Sheikh Shakbut preferred caution, not knowing how long there will be oil deposits and preferred to collect the proceeds of the oil industry. His brother, Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, saw that oil resources could help Abu Dhabi's transformation. Ruling family of Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed decided to replace him as his brother and follow his vision to transform the city. On 6 August 1966, with the assistance of the British, Sheikh Zayed became the ruler.

After the 1968 announcement that Britain will withdraw from the Arabian Gulf (Persian) in 1971, Sheikh Zayed became the main character in creating the United Arab Emirates. After the Emirates became independent in 1971, earnings from oil have continued to grow, transforming the city from a village of huts, in a modern city with banks, hotels and shops.



Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi (Arabic: أبو ظبي, transcribed Abu Zabi, Father translation gazelle) is the capital of UAE and administrative center of the emirate with the same name. It is headed by Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, while the United Arab Emirates and emir

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Top hotels in Abu Dhabi

Hotel Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan By Rotana, Abu Dhabi

Hotel Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan By Rotana  

   Score 9.9/10 out of 1 reviews

Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

  • Hotel on the beach  
  • Airplane (11/03 - 10/24/2024)
  • No transport provided
Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche, Abu Dhabi

Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche  

Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

  • Hotel near beach  
  • Airplane (04/27 - 01/14/2025)
  • No transport provided
Al Diar Capital Hotel, Abu Dhabi

Al Diar Capital Hotel

Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

    • Airplane (03/01 - 05/18/2024)
    • No transport provided
    Intercontinental Abu Dhab An Ihg Hotel, Abu Dhabi

    Intercontinental Abu Dhab An Ihg Hotel  

    Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

    • Hotel with children playground  
    • Airplane (02/04 - 03/06/2025)
    • No transport provided
    La Residence, Abu Dhabi

    La Residence

    Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

      • Airplane (01/25 - 01/23/2025)
      • No transport provided
      Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi By Hyatt, Abu Dhabi

      Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi By Hyatt

      Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

      • All Inclusive  
      • Airplane (02/25 - 03/06/2025)
      • No transport provided
      Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel Resort, Abu Dhabi

      Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel Resort  

      Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

      • Hotel with wi-fi Internet  
      • Airplane (02/04 - 01/14/2025)
      • No transport provided

        Last booking: 01/31/2024

      Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi

      Al Raha Beach Hotel  

         Score 9.9/10 out of 2 reviews

      Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

      • Hotel on the beach  
      • Airplane (05/07 - 03/06/2025)
      • No transport provided

        Last booking: 01/25/2024

      Vision Hotel Apartments, Abu Dhabi

      Vision Hotel Apartments

      Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

      • Hotel Luxury  
      • Airplane (01/10 - 05/18/2024)
      • No transport provided
      Strand Hotel, Abu Dhabi

      Strand Hotel

      Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

        • Airplane (01/10 - 05/18/2024)
        • No transport provided
        Hotel Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi

        Hotel Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi

        Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

        • Hotel with outdoor pool  
        • Airplane (10/30 - 01/14/2025)
        • No transport provided

          Last booking: 01/27/2024

        Al Jazeera Royal Hotel, Abu Dhabi

        Al Jazeera Royal Hotel

        Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

          • Airplane (01/25 - 01/23/2025)
          • No transport provided
          Centro Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

          Centro Yas Island

          Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

            • Airplane (01/25 - 01/23/2025)
            • No transport provided
            Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island An Ihg Hotel, Abu Dhabi

            Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island An Ihg Hotel

            Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

            • Ultra All Inclusive  
            • Airplane (03/17 - 03/16/2025)
            • No transport provided
            Ivory Hotel Apartments, Abu Dhabi

            Ivory Hotel Apartments

            Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

              • Airplane (02/24 - 02/22/2025)
              • No transport provided
              Ramee Garden Hotel Apartments, Abu Dhabi

              Ramee Garden Hotel Apartments

              Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                • Airplane (01/25 - 01/23/2025)
                • No transport provided
                Staybridge Suites Abu Dhabi Yas Island An Ihg Hotel, Abu Dhabi

                Staybridge Suites Abu Dhabi Yas Island An Ihg Hotel

                Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                  • Airplane (02/24 - 02/22/2025)
                  • No transport provided
                  Hotel International Rotana Inn, Abu Dhabi

                  Hotel International Rotana Inn

                  Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                    • Airplane (01/10 - 05/18/2024)
                    • No transport provided
                    Le Meridien Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi

                    Le Meridien Abu Dhabi  

                    Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                    • Hotel on the beach  
                    • Airplane (02/04 - 03/06/2025)
                    • No transport provided
                    Corniche Hotel Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi

                    Corniche Hotel Abu Dhabi  

                    Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                    • Hotel with wi-fi Internet  
                    • Airplane (02/25 - 01/14/2025)
                    • No transport provided

                      Last booking: 02/11/2024

                    Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi Downtown, Abu Dhabi

                    Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi Downtown

                       Score 7.1/10 out of 1 reviews

                    Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                    • All Inclusive  
                    • Airplane (11/04 - 05/18/2024)
                    • No transport provided
                    Beach Rotana Hotel, Abu Dhabi

                    Beach Rotana Hotel  

                    Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                    • Hotel with wi-fi Internet  
                    • Airplane (11/20 - 12/21/2024)
                    • No transport provided
                    Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort And Spa, Abu Dhabi

                    Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort And Spa

                    Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                    • Hotel with outdoor pool  
                    • Airplane (05/06 - 05/10/2024)
                    • No transport provided
                    Millennium Central Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi

                    Millennium Central Al Mafraq

                    Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                    • All Inclusive  
                    • Airplane (10/02 - 12/29/2023)
                    • No transport provided
                    Eastern Mangroves Hotel Spa By Anantara, Abu Dhabi

                    Eastern Mangroves Hotel Spa By Anantara

                    Abu Dhabi, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates

                    • Hotel with parking  
                    • Airplane (04/23 - 01/14/2025)
                    • No transport provided

                      Last booking: 03/11/2024

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