Heritage Village, Abu Dhabi
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Heritage Village, Abu Dhabi - by Konstantin Moshnin on Google
Description
The Abu Dhabi Heritage Village is a sort of open-air museum seeking to capture the essence of the UAE lifestyle before the era of hydrocarbon extraction. There is a fort with traditional wind tower, a traditional barasti house, irrigation channels (falaj), camels, goats, a souq and some craftsmen (glass blower, tanner, swordsmiths, etc.).
Access & Transport
The Heritage Village is on Al'Alam Street, on the Marina breakwater, facing the Corniche. It is possible to reach by public transport as several bus services (5, 7, 9, 11, 22, 26, 34, 63, 65, 67, 69, 71) stop at Marina Mall, a 10-15ins walk away.
Instructions & Recommendations
This activity can easily be combined with a lunch at the Marina Mall and some time at the Corniche Beach.
Environmental & Social
This activity has a low carbon footprint. Socially marginally positive as it helps preserve some of the emirate's cultural and artisanal heritage
Conclusion
The Heritage Village obviously feels artificial, but not overly so, and tourists with a curious and open mind will take the opportunity to visualize what life at the edge of (or surrounded by) the desert feels like and how far the country has come since the oil extraction began. With no entrance fee, there is little downside except for those with a tight schedule in the city, in which case this should not be on the priority list.
Key positive
Good interaction with craftsmen is possible
No entrance fees
Key negative
Feels a little like a staged show
Suitability
Suitable for all ages and people with mobility issues
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:1h 30m
Monday09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday09:00 - 16:00
Thursday09:00 - 16:00
Friday15:30 - 21:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00
Sunday09:00 - 16:00