About Abu Dhabi

Spread across on area of 67,340 kilometers, it is the largest of the seven emirates. Abu Dhabi is the nerve-centre of United Arab Emirates governmental and economic activates, with most of the federal ministries, majority of foreign embassies and most petroleum companies located there. Abu Dhabi’s oil wealth, which is the highest of all the Emirates, has been wisely utilized to encourage a progressive economy and a healthy trade and commerce atmosphere. The promotion of tourism, trade and industry has further elevated Abu Dhabi to a commendable status in the region.

Modern high-rise building, world- class shopping malls and recreational facilities, state- of the are transport and communication services, world – class healthcare facilities, and international educational facilities make Abu Dhabi one of the ideal locations to reside. This thriving city also offers internationally renowned sports facilities including golf, tennis, water sports, horse- back riding, dune driving and sand skiing to name a few. Abu Dhabi is a truly cosmopolitan city with a progressive and tolerant multi – cultural society composed of over 185 nationalities living together.

Abu Dhabi at a glance:

Climate: Abu Dhabi has a sub tropical, arid climate and sunny blue skies with temperatures that vary but never disappoint. Rainfall is infrequent and irregular, falling mainly in winter. The most pleasant time of year to visit is in the cooler winter months (November to March) when temperatures are around 24o C (75 o F) during the day and 13 o C (56 o F) at night

Time Zone: GMT + 4

Population: 1.6 million, largest in the UAE

Economy: 

• In 2005, the Emirate of Abu Dhabi experienced GDP growth of 11%.
• Abu Dhabi enjoys the highest income per capita in the world.
• No corporate, personal, income or withholding tax.
• No foreign exchange controls, quotas or trade barriers.
• Exceptionally competitive import duties with many products exempted.

Languages: Arabic (official), Persian (other), English (other) Hindi (other), Urdu (other)

Currency: UAE Dirham (Dh)