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SHEIKH ZAYED MOSQUE

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Sheikh Zayed grand mosque is considered as one of the most amazing one among world's mosque. It's glowing white marble and the beautiful flowers designs on the mosque floor making it unique. During off prayers hours it is open for tourists. They can wander inside out it's magnificent structure and the prayer hall which is decorated with such amazing chandeliers, carpets and the ceiling. In history, mosques were never that much decorated as they are today. Historically speaking the first ever mosque was in home of prophet muhammad in madina, saudi arabia, the most simplest mosque during those times. With the passage of time many grand mosques have been built around the world and they becomes such a major tourist attraction for travellers. Let's have a look at famous Sheikh zayed grand mosque in abu dhabi in my post. I was amazed by it's white marble that goes perfect with the hot weather of UAE. ...

MADINATE JUMERIAH. A MINI ARABIAN CITY.

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Madinat Jumeirah is among one of the most luxurious resorts in dubai comprises of luxury hotels, restaurants and a souk with traditional Arabic aura. It looks like a truly mini Arabian city. How ever it is a mix of an old and modern touch because you may find many modern day cafes and restaurants here with a traditional canal where you can see an Abra ( traditional Arab name of a ferry) floating peacefully . It reminds me of Singapore visit "Marina Bay Sand Mall" where inside the mall water canal feature was made. You can check here my link 👉 " "Singapore Iconic Marin bay Sand complex" Coming back to my post, so as i entered into souk Madinat Jumeirah i found myself in an ancient market place with traditional middle eastern style and ambiance. I could hear the birds chirping in background. Most probably there were nested birds in the wooden architecture. No doubt there are more such souks too but i personally got fascinated with this souk because of its t...

THINGS TO DO IN ABU DHABI

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There is not so much to do in Abu Dhabi in comparison to Dubai but it's more greener and peaceful as the capital city of UAE and mostly suited to the residential and king palace.  Al Ain is further situated about 2 and half hour drive away from Abu Dhabi is bit more greener and with beautiful views. But the liveliness and warmth that can be felt in Dubai can't be found in Abu Dhabi. So I must suggests for travelers and tourist to visit Dubai first then Abu Dhabi. Here don't miss the famous dates markets where you can get very tasty dates chocolates. Etihad towers UAE heritage village Old times chandelier 🙋‍♀️🌴🇦🇪 Inside Sheikh Zayed grand mosque Sheikh Zayed grand mosque