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Abu Dhabi, rightfully called the ‘Island City’ of the UAE, has over 400 kilometres of coastline. It has one of the world’s most well-maintained beaches and resorts, which are equipped with picnic and barbecue facilities and cafes along with extreme water sporting activities near the shore.
Al Raha Beach : Closed Now
Abu Dhabi Corniche
One of Abu Dhabi’s main attractions is its Corniche. The word ‘Corniche’ typically describes a waterfront area paralleled by a main road. Recently, the area has undergone massive redevelopment and looks magnificent against the silhouette of towering buildings. Its well designed walking path offers a pool of activities for all residents and visitors. It is ideal for those looking to spend quiet time cycling, jogging or roller-blading along the seashore of Abu Dhabi Island.
The Corniche is known as the entertainment zone that has a number of traditional café amusement centres and shopping malls. The beautifully landscaped parks and picnic grounds receive large turn-up from local crowd during cooler months and is considered one of the city’s best hangouts.
New beach on Abu Dhabi Corniche opened to the public
A new two-kilometre beach stretch along the Abu Dhabi Corniche opened to the public on june 2008 .
The new beach have swimming areas, refreshment outlets, scenic gardens, walking pathways, beach volleyball pitches, children’s play areas and toilets.
At least 170 umbrellas line the stretch to provide shade to beach goers. Four volleyball pitches will also be available for visitors throughout the day. People will be able to use the swim area during daytime, and trained lifeguards will monitor the swimmers from seven surveillance towers.
Floating fences ensure swimming security over 40-metres into the sea. A police post has also been built on the beach front for more security. A central building, complete with a mosque, refreshment areas and changing rooms, will give facility for picnic events, get-togethers and family assemblies.
Along the landscaped area, benches have been laid out giving the people one of the most refreshing sights of the sea.
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Timing : 7:30 am – 12:00 midnight
Fees : (5) Dhs for family , (10) Dhs for single
Breakwater
For those who wish to spend their evening in traditional Arabic style with sweet aroma electrifying the air, they can head to one of the many Arabic Cafes that have sprung up along the waterfront that leads to the ‘Breakwater’. The corniche is connected to the Breakwater by a causeway. It is home to Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi International Marine Sports Club as well as the newly revamped Heritage Village. |
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