President Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed satisfaction with Etihad Airway’s rapid and sustained growth. The President said UAE’s national carrier’s progress in the few years since its launch is an effective contribution to growth and the boom in UAE in general. He said their contribution will boost the tourism sector in the country.
Shaikh Khalifa viewed the designs and plans of Etihad Airway’s modernization. He was in the company of General Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE armed forces. He said they underscore the UAE’s commitment to developing and upgrading all sectors in the country including aviation.
Zoological and Botanical Gardens are on the northern slopes of Victoria's Peak. Started as a Botanical Garden in 1871, it was renamed with the increasing interest and additions to the Zoological sections. Albany Road divides this Garden into two parts which are connected by a subway. It is in the area between Garden Road, Upper Albert Road, Robinson Road and Glenealy. The Western part is where all...
The most popular walkway across the Vltava River that connects Mala Strana and Stare Mesto, the Charles Bridge is over 650 years old. However, a 100 million Kč renovation that began in 2007 and was due to end by 2008 stretched into 2009 so it may still be a bit crowded with sections being roped off to the public. If you rub the bronze plaque beneath the statue of St John, you will return to Prague...
Since the 8th century, this island has been home to San Giorgio Maggiore Church. The present day, pleasantly well-ventilated and simplistically decorated church constructed of white marble and bricks was initiated in 1566 by Palladio and houses his architectural hallmarks of mathematical harmony and classical influence. The Last Supper and the Gathering of Manna, two of Tintoretto's later works, h...
This park is a wonderful area to unwind. Adults can relax and have a good time while children amuse themselves on the Ferris wheel and the train. Boating and skateboarding/ roller skating facilities are also available here. Timings: Daily all day Admission: Free Address: Al Corniche, Al Bidda ...