Marhaban bikum fi ‚abu zabi

Destination airport: Abu Dhabi International Airport AUH

Flight duration: 5 h 55 min

4,753.20 km as the crow flies

Culinary specialities

Lamb Kabsa
Kabsa is an aromatic rice dish, refined with lamb and a blend of spices. It is often served at large feasts and is a symbol of Arabic hospitality and generosity.

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Did you know?

Abu Dhabi International Airport is located around 30 kilometres east of the city and is the second-largest airport in the United Arab Emirates. It is known for its luxurious lounges and modern terminals, especially the futuristically designed Midfield Terminal. The airport also serves as the main hub for Etihad Airways. Abu Dhabi International also offers a special Fast-Track Immigration for First and Business Class passengers, as well as a VIP terminal with its own chauffeur service. The focus on oil exports and trade is reflected in the modern skyscrapers and sprawling shopping centres such as Abu Dhabi Mall and Marina Mall.

Places of interest

Beneath white marble domes, the grand Sheikh Zayed Mosque, featuring a vast Persian carpet and crystal chandeliers, can accommodate 41,000 worshippers.
The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is a mosque in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It is the largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates and one of the largest in the world. The Corniche Road stretches along the coast, offering beautiful beaches, parks, and cycle paths.

The Louvre Abu Dhabi displays masterpieces from around the world in a spectacular building with a huge dome. On Yas Island, you'll find Ferrari World, an amusement park with the fastest rollercoaster in the world.

The Qasr Al Watan Palace is a cultural landmark, offering an insight into the Emirates' governance and architectural history.

Useless knowledge

• Abu Dhabi literally means „Father of the Gazelle“ because many gazelles used to live here.
• There is a 21-foot-tall Jeep in Abu Dhabi.
• In Abu Dhabi, sand was once exported from the beach because the local sand was unsuitable for concrete.
• Blockbusters such as Star Wars, Dune and Mission Impossible were filmed there.