The Al Maqta Fort is over 200 years old. It has been extensively renovated over the years and stands majestically at the edge of the island. It was built to keep bandits at bay. One of the few forts remaining in Abu Dhabi, this provides a fascinating contrast to the modern bridge. ...
The grave of Franz Kafka is the most visited site here; turn right a row 21 then left at the wall until you come to the end of the section. Worshippers commemorate Kafka’s death on June 3rd. Address: Izraelska 1 Opening Times: 9am – 5pm Sunday to Thursday, 9am – 2pm Friday - April to October 9am – 4pm Sunday to Thursday, 9am – 2pm Friday – November to March ...
Sao Paulo Cultural Center (Centro Cultural FIESP) This cultural centre has, among other things, a theatre, an art and comic book library, and various art exhibits. Address: Av. Paulista 1313, Jardim Paulista Tel: 011-3146-7000 Timings: Tuesday-Sunday, 9am-7pm Entry fee: None ...
Beylerbeyi Palace was built by the Sultan Abdulaziz between 1861 and 1865 as a summer residence on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus. The palace served as a venue for entertaining foreign heads of state. Guests included the future Edward VIII of England, Napoleon III's wife Eugenie, and Russia's Grand Duke Nicholas. It also served as the final residence of the last Ottoman Sultan....