Abu Dhabi: Visiting the quiet capital of the United Arab Emirates

Most people think of Dubai as the entire UAE (United Arab Emirates), but the UAE is composed of 7 emirates, and Dubai is just one of them. The UAE has a capital city named Abu Dhabi which is rarely talked about, but is quietly making raves in real estate & tourism - the same things that transformed Dubai into a modern oasis.

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For today’s blog, real estate expert and frequent traveler, Eugene Bernshtam takes you on a journey to Abu Dhabi, and rediscover prosperity in a traditional Arab way.

Abu Dhabi is known for its conservative and laid-back atmosphere - a far cry from its neighbor Dubai. The UAE capital is home to the largest mosque in the emirates - the Sheik Zayed Mosque, which is a landmark of Islamic architecture.

When planning to tour Abu Dhabi, first time visitors should check out the downtown area near the “corniche.” This is where you will find old marketplaces - the Mina Fish Market, the Madinat Zayed, the Souk Central Market - still competing against modern counterparts - the Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi Mall, Al Wahda Mall etc.

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In recent years Abu Dhabi took on a rapid development of its island districts - Saadiyat Island and Yas Island to name a few - dedicated to arts & culture, sports & entertainment. Additional attractions suddenly got built, such as Louvre Abu Dhabi which is the only Louvre outside of France; Yas Marina Circuit which is the site of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix; and its nearby theme park Ferrari World.

Eugene Bernshtam is a real estate professional who currently leads Avalon Holdings LLC, a real estate firm specializing in apartment buildings and mixed-use properties. Eugene was born in Eastern Europe and graduated from Loyola Business School with a degree in finance. His hobbies include auto collecting, traveling, scuba diving, and weightlifting. For more about Eugene, you may visit this website.

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