ROCS Holidays Festive Season at the W Abu Dhabi Yas Island

Breakfast and today`s full day tour today takes you to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. Many of the city’s striking examples of modern architectures show fascinating interpretations of Islamic themes captured in today’s materials. We learn everything there is to know regarding their oil industry – the so called “black gold” – and how it has transformed Abu Dhabi into the wealthy city of today. A reminder of the historical past is the renovated Al Husn Palace – now home of the Centre of Documentation and Research. A drive along the beautiful Corniche gives a magnificent view of the city, pass by Emirates Palace and Heritage Village. Visit Qasr Al Watan and Abrahamic House (entrance ticket included). When you enter Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, you will understand why it is such a special place. Here, people from all walks of life come together to take in the architecture’s beauty and gain a deeper understanding of religion and culture in the United Arab Emirates. The mosque is one of the world’s largest and was the vision of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan - the Founding Father of the UAE. He envisaged the creation of a welcoming and cultural haven that inspires people from all backgrounds. Eventheconstructionwasaculturalcollaboration. The grand structure was designed and built by skilled teams from all over the world, including 1,300 Iranian artisans who hand-knotted the main prayer hall’s carpet - the world’s largest. On your journey through the marbled halls, you’ll see one-of-a-kind treasures, including gold plated Swarovski chandeliers, the courtyard’s vast marble mosaic artwork and reflective pools that mirror some of the many amethyst-and-jasper embedded columns. When you’re outside, look up to see the mosque’s four stunning minarets that proudly stand at 106 metres. DAY 5 ABU DHABI - SHEIKH ZAYED GRAND MOSQUE

FAMILY ADVENTURES IN YAS ISLAND 2023 / 2024

37