Experts' Choice Award Manarat al Saadiyat
What the experts agree on
This striking honeycomb-clad arts hub on Saadiyat Island showcases international installations across four galleries while hosting rotating exhibitions, workshops, and cultural events that spotlight Abu Dhabi's emerging creative scene.
“Housed in a postmodern building with an eye-catching honeycomb mantle, Manarat Al Saadiyat ('place of enlightenment') houses four art- and culture-focused galleries.”
– Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler "So, what’s this place about?
The high-tech Manarat Al Saadiyat is kitted out with large-scale installations from international artists." Full review
CNN "Located in the middle of the cultural district, this dynamic arts center hosts exhibitions, workshops and events, including film screenings, comedy nights, and the annual Abu Dhabi Art Fair"
Rough Guide "The Manarat Al Saadiyat arts centre in Abu Dhabi is now displaying a collection of 100 treasures shipped across from the British Museum, which show the development of the world’s cultures..."
Afar Magazine "Manarat Al Saadiyat, a cultural center designed to inspire and engage with the emerging artists of Abu Dhabi"
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Saadiyat Island, Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
