Overview
Access the magnificent Arabian architecture of Qasr Al Watan. At your leisure, peruse its stores, library, and verdant gardens.
Highlights
- It is a rare opportunity for you to walk in the footsteps of some of the most inspirational and accomplished leaders in history.
- Probably the best place in the UAE to view royal Emirati architecture is this complex, which is part of Abu Dhabi's Presidential Palace.
- You can get up close and personal with its elaborate decorations and exquisite detailing; witness the over 5000 painstakingly made geometric designs that adorn the palace's walls, ceilings, etc
- Explore its varied parts to enhance your understanding of the rich cultural and historical legacy of the area.
- Its Great Hall, where you can stand under the biggest dome in the nation, is the focal point.
- The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation summits are held in the Governance and Spirit of Collaboration portion, which is another important area. Its magnificence is enhanced by a massive chandelier that has over 350,000 crystals.
- The other must-do events are the Barza, Presidential Gifts, and Presidential Banquets. Together with a vast library that has over 50,000 books and a digital section with over 16 million titles, there is also a verdant garden.
- You'll also get to see Palace in Motion, a 15-minute light and sound performance that transports you through the past, present, and future of the nation, depending on when you arrive.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Please make sure you have a copy of your passport or an Emirates ID with you when you visit the palace.
- It is advised that visitors to the palace dress modestly, covering their shoulders and knees.
- Please be aware that after you leave the property, you won't be allowed to return.
- Before entering the building, it is advised that you turn your cell phones to silent mode.
- The great hall and exhibition rooms are off-limits to food and drink consumption (bottled water excluded).
- Strollers can be brought into the palace and are provided for a fee.
- Cases or bags bigger than 500 W by 350 H (mm) won't be permitted to pass security inspection.
- Visitors with special needs may enter the palace for free, but their companion must buy a ticket.
- On the premises, pets are not permitted.
- It is not permitted to take commercial photographs. You are only allowed to capture pictures and videos for your own use. Tripods less than fifteen inches can be used.
- Taking images or videos of any security guards or security equipment within the palace or on its property is prohibited.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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