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Abu Dhabi, famous for its advanced technologies, has a landmark that is in conflict with this Arab city of the latest achievements. Tourists can get acquainted with the history of the city in the ethnographic village of Abu Dhabi

The capital of the United Arab Emirates was once a very small village on the shore of the Persian Gulf. The government of the country decided to keep the island of history in Abu Dhabi. So, the historical ethnographic village in Abu Dhabi officially appeared in 1997.

The historical and ethnographic village of Abu Dhabi is one of the most important historical sights of the Arab Emirates.

What to see

Having arrived here, you will see everyday life indigenous peoples of the desert - Bedouins. Before the eyes of the tourists, a hut will appear, the date palm, as well as tents, bazaars, etc., are the building material for this.

The hut is a traditional Bedouin dwelling, often referred to as the summer house.

There are also mud-brick houses on the territory of the historical ethnographic village houses and houses of coral limestone. In the village you can, for example, find out what kind of dishes local people used to eat in ancient times, what crafts developed, how the Arabs lived.

Tourists can see first hand how creations are created. Employees of the ethnographic village try to convey exactly how the ancient potters, blacksmiths and weavers worked.

There is also a museum in which archaeological finds are presented, for example, bronze weapons or gold ornaments. The entrance to the village is made in Arabian style, and not far from the central gate there is a bay from which an amazing view of Abu Dhabi opens.

In the village you can taste freshly baked flat cakes - they are prepared according to recipes and in full accordance with technology, Bedouins.

There is one more nearby to this landmark of Abu Dhabi - the village where the pearl fishermen lived. In the museum you can see various boats: fishing, transfer, and those on which pearl fishermen sailed.

In the historical ethnographic village of Abu Dhabi there are performances of dancers and musicians

In the historical ethnographic village there is an opportunity to touch the culture of the ancient Arabs. In this museum-park there are performances of dancers and musicians. And, of course, to the services of tourists traditional camel riding. It will please both children and adults. If you are lucky, you will become a witness of falconry - this spectacular show is organized here regularly

How to get there

The historical ethnographic village is on the shore of the Dubai Gulf. It is one of the most important historical sights of the Arab Emirates. The village is located on Mussafa Street, behind the Marina Mall exhibition center.

If you are traveling on your own, then you can take any city transport of Abu Dhabi, next to Marina Mall. You reach the final stop, bypass the exhibition center and find yourself at the gates of the historical ethnographic village.

Practical information

The museum works daily, except Sunday and Monday. From Saturday to Thursday, the territory of the village can be accessed from nine in the morning until five in the evening, and on Fridays from 15:30 until 21:00.

The entrance to the historical and ethnographic village of Abu Dhabi is free for all tourists.

Phone For reference: +9 (712) 681-44-55.