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Capital of the emirate of the same name, and of the United Arab Emirates.
General information of the cultural district and photos of the urban design, exhibited in 2007.
Universal art museum, designed by the architect Jean Nouvel.
Museum of modern and contemporary art, designed by the architect Frank Gehry.
19 pavilions for biennales and other events, designed by leading architects, arrayed along a canal.
Five halls for concerts, opera, musicals and theatre. Architect: Zaha Hadid.
UAE heritage, history, environment. Dedicated to the late Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and Father of The Nation. Architect: Foster + Partners Ltd
Museum dedicated to Abu Dhabi's maritime traditions. Architect: Tadao Ando.
Information and photos on the Cultural District of Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, and the planned cultural institutions