Abu Dhabi, The Capital of the United Arab Emirates, the second-most populous city and The Largest Emirate of the 7 Emirates of UAE, that situated on an isolated island on the Arabian/Persian Gulf from the central western coast.
The 'Dhabi' term in Abu Dhabi means Gazelle and 'Abu' means father, mostly because of the abundance of Gazelles in the area. The city and Capital Abu Dhabi was planned under the inspection of Sheikh Zayed by Japanese architect in 1967. Abu Dhabi is considered a home to a diverse multicultural society.
The cultural institutions are clear proof with the presence of the Cultural Foundation that was reopened in 2011 after the restoration work, the National Theater, the Abu Dhabi Classical Music Society, Emirates Foundation offers grants in support of the arts, The International Prize for Arabic Fiction (IPAF), and more Cultural centers that would be a perfect destination for the heritage and cultural travelers.
Architecture luster is one of the major aspects your eye would never miss when being in Abu Dhabi. Skyscrapers are sparking Abu Dhabi sky including Etihad Towers, the National Bank of Abu Dhabi headquarters, the Baynunah (Hilton Hotel) Tower, the Etisalat headquarters and the Emirates Palace. All by the side of, The Architectural Masterpiece is the first circular skyscraper in the middle east, Aldar Headquarters.
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, waterpark located on an island got the same name covering more than 15 hectares of land. The waterpark is home to more than 40 attractions, including Bandit Bomber which is the longest suspended roller coaster in the Middle East and more. The waterpark is hosting the World Flowboarding Championships since 2013.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the first Ferrari-branded theme park and the largest ever built space frame structure has the officially opened on November 2010.
Hence Shopping Tourism is one of the most important modern aspects of Traveling habits. Abu Dhabi Tourism government officers put a huge effort to construct more Leisure Facilities comprising cafes, restaurants, cinemas, parks, and Shopping Malls at Abu Dhabi. The Rising Modern attraction, Abu Dhabi Mall, was built 18 years ago in 2001 at the Heart of Abu Dhabi City, United Arab Emirates, as part of Abu Dhabi Trade Center.
The Mall is standing in a Major area of the City near the Beach Rotana hotel and for flexibility entrance, the Mall got direct access from the Hotel. The Mall is receiving an average of 40,000 daily visitors, That's why it was developed as an 'All inclusive in One Place' to cover all the visitor Needs, Products and souvenirs from different cultures and continents are presented.
Through more than 200 shops, outlets, Grand Stores, retails of national and international brands, Kids area, Food Court, Cinema, restaurants, coffee shops, Fitness Center, and more to give the visitors a diversified offering of shopping experience. In 2017, Forbes recognized Abu Dhabi Mall as one of the top luxurious shopping malls in Abu Dhabi.
Reach Abu Dhabi Mall from Rihan Heights after 8 minutes by car. The Mall facilities and stores welcome you Daily from 10 AM–10 PM, however, some vacations and national days might affect on the working hours, so you would better ask before the visit.