Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Abu Dhabi, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Geography
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is situated on the eastern side of the Arabian Peninsula and is bordered by Saudi Arabia and the Sultanate of Oman. The country is made up of seven... read more
History
A relatively short time ago, the emirate of Abu Dhabi was little more than empty desert inhabited by nomadic Bedouin tribes, with a sprinkling of villages around the more fertile, oasis... read more
Abu Dhabi Timeline
1760 The Baniyas Tribe finds fresh water in Abu Dhabi and settles on the island
1790 The Old Fort is built (also known as the White Fort)
1835 Maritime Truce signed between the Trucial... read more
