Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE, a major business and cultural center of the Arab Emirates. The central part of the city is built up with skyscrapers, and on its outskirts there are villas, townhouses and hotels.
Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE and the administrative center of the emirate of the same name. This city is located on an island that is 250 meters away from the mainland of the country - the Arabian Peninsula and is connected to it by three road bridges. Several suburban areas are found on the mainland. The island is washed by the waters of the Persian Gulf, and its coastline is a strip of sandy beaches.
Abu Dhabi city is a major political, industrial and cultural center of the United Arab Emirates. The population of the city according to data for 2013 is 921,000 people. Area - 972, 45 km².
Abu Dhabi climate
The tropical desert climate makes Abu Dhabi one of the hottest cities in the UAE. In the summer months, the maximum air temperature in this city can reach + 50 ° C. The hottest month of the year here is August with an average air temperature of 35.2 ° C.
In winter, it becomes cooler in the city, the average air temperature in December-January can drop to + 18 … + 20 ° C. The greatest amount of precipitation (up to 21 mm) falls in February.
Transport infrastructure
Abu Dhabi International Airport provides regular flights between the city and the UAE with many countries of the world. Shuttle buses run from the airport terminals, delivering passengers to the city.
There is also a bus station in Abu Dhabi. It serves local buses and flights to other emirates. However, for tourists, the most convenient mode of transport is a taxi. Taxi stands can be found near major shopping centers and motorways. The cost of a taxi ride depends on the mileage and time of day. Payment is made according to the counter, but in the evening hours a surcharge may be added to the amount on the counter. Tipping is optional for taxi drivers, but a small cash reward is always welcomed by local taxi drivers.
The public transport system in Abu Dhabi also includes a ferry service.
Modern architectural landmarks of Abu Dhabi
One of the most unique buildings in this city is the Capital Gate skyscraper, which is called the "Leaning Tower". The building is 160 meters high and has an angle of inclination of 18 degrees. For comparison, the leaning tower of Pisa is 4 degrees. In 2010, the Guinness Book of World Records officials recognized the tower as the building with the largest slope.
No less grandiose architectural structure are the Al Bahr towers with a height of 145 meters. The facades of the towers are designed in such a way that it is possible to keep the rooms cool without using air conditioners, to provide ventilation and to minimize the use of artificial lighting.
