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It has 9 bedroom 4 storey car; made up of fiber glass and made in 1992.



A remarkable caravan trailer, which is part of the private collection of Shaikh Hamad Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan

 Welcome to Emirates National Auto Museum. 
This museum is an amazing private collection of H.H. Sheikh Hamad Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan.

The collection houses a vast array of cars and other vehicles; some seemingly bought from owners there and then, such as a customised camper van, others received as presents from all around the world. While some have been kept as originally intended, others have been modified to suit the Sheikh's preference.

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 ABU DHABI FISH MARKET, MINA PORT, ABU DHABI, UAE

Mina Fish Market Sign, Abu Dhabi Fish Market


On Friday morning, a visit to the Mina Port Fish Market and a shopping spree of fresh seafood is a good way to spend your hard earned salary. At 7:30 a.m. the fish market is already packed with shoppers. Most of them are Filipinos who are working here in UAE.

The fish market at the old fishing village is a covered and air-conditioned market where both locals and expats of all ages were bargaining for the freshest seafood.



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THE CORNICHE, ABU DHABI, UAE

Corniche is most remarkable tourist place. Some sandy beaches of Abu Dhabi are located along the Corniche. A new Corniche is being proposed after looking at the popularity of this Corniche.



Abu Dhabi landmarks and monuments in Corniche, Abu Dhabi



The Corniche is a long road that extends almost 6 km or 4 miles from the Sheraton Hotel to the Hilton Hotel. There are several gardens lined all along the Corniche around the coastal boulevard that borders the city. The ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, loves greenery and gardens and fountains are the result of that love. The other important feature of the city is the fountains and can be seen on every intersection of the Corniche. With the modern buildings facing the sea for the background, it is one of the most picturesque sites in Abu Dhabi. Some of the sensational sandy beaches of Abu Dhabi are located along the seafront Corniche.

Underground tunnel in Abu Dhabi by the Corniche

There are a number of beaches in Abu Dhabi where locals and tourists alike can enjoy sun, sand and sea, but none provide the variety that can be found at the Corniche, which is home to Abu Dhabi's premier beach and beachside activities.

The Corniche Beach now stretches almost as far as the Corniche road itself, and what once provided no more than a pleasant seafront walk for visitors, the Corniche now provides a place for all to spend time relaxing, under the shade of palm trees or purpose built umbrellas, or simply having fun in the sun.

Yes, despite this beach being a lively attraction to many, space is available for those who want to relax in reasonably tranquil surroundings. For those who want to do no more than read a book and sunbathe and perhaps take a dip in the sea, peace and quiet really can be found on this bustling beach because a section has being designated to cater for those with such requirements. For a few dirhams, visitors can gan entry to the private section where peace and quiet reigns and comfortable sunbeds are available for rent.

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HERITAGE VILLAGE, ABU DHABI, UAE

Heritage Village, Abu Dhabi

 The Emirates Heritage Club was initiated by H. H. Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to safeguard the legacy and customs of the UAE. It was launched on May 9, 1993. On June 16, 1997 H. H. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Vice High Commander of the Armed Forces, published the Presidential Decree No 14 of 1997 for a certified commencement of the Emirates Heritage Club.

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SHEIKH ZAYED GRAND MOSQUE, ABU DHABI

The majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is probably the most imposing religious and national landmark in Abu Dhabi to date. It is also arguably one of the most important architectural treasures of contemporary UAE society - and one of the most beautiful in the world - initiated no less by the late president HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who is fondly thought of as the father of the UAE.

First considerations to build the Mosque began in the late 1980s and much thought was given to its location and its design over the next decade. The initial architectural design was agreed upon and the inaugural cornerstone laid in the late 1990s.

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, popularly called the Grand Mosque by local residents, is seen as a construction to ‘unite the world’, using artisans and materials from countries such as Italy, Germany, Morocco, India, Turkey, Iran, China, Greece and the UAE. More than 3,000 workers and 38 renowned contracting companies took part in the construction of the Mosque.

FILIPINO KARE-KARE

INGREDIENTS:
1/2 kilo beef (round or sirloin cut) cut into cubes (for a more traditional kare kare, use cleaned beef tripe instead of beef)
1/2 kilo oxtail, cut 2 inch long
3 cups of peanut butter
1/4 cup grounded toasted rice
1/2 cup cooked bagoong alamang (anchovies)
2 pieces onions, diced
2 heads of garlic, minced
4 tablespoons atsuete oil
4 pieces eggplant, sliced 1 inch thick
1 bundle Pechay (Bok choy) cut into 2 pieces
1 bundle of sitaw (string beans) cut to 2" long
1 banana bud, cut similar to eggplant slices, blanch in boiling water
1/2 cup oil
8 cups of water
Salt to taste