Experts' Choice Award Emirates Heritage Village
What the experts agree on
Experts agree this reconstructed village offers an immersive glimpse into pre-oil, Bedouin-era life—souks, desert dwellings, and traditional crafts—contrasting sharply with Abu Dhabi's modern skyline.
“This government-funded attraction mimics daily life from a generation or two ago by re-creating a number of traditional Arab Bedouin activities.”
– Fodor's
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This reconstructed village gives an insight into the pre-oil era in the United Arab Emirates – a life that is in evidence in many parts of the Arabian Peninsula to this day." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Timeless oasis in a post-modern city with an ever-growing skyline, the traditional buildings and landscape here provide an immersive experience that recalls the region’s heritage and desert lifestyle." Full review
Frommer's "This mock village gives visitors an idea of what Abu Dhabi was like before the high-rise hotels and megamalls" Full review
Independent "Finally, the Heritage Village, built in the mould of a traditional settlement, offers an immersive way to learn about the region’s heritage, from souks and Bedouin camps more modern Abu Dhabi houses"
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