Al Hosn Square Tour
Abu Dhabi Historic Center
The historical center of Abu Dhabi is Al Hosn Square, where the Qasr Al Hosn fort and palace are located, which is the oldest stone building in the city.
The entire Al Hosn has been modernized in recent years and transformed into an open public space that combines history with ultra-modern architecture. There are also other interesting buildings such as the Cultural Foundation and the House of Artisans. The square is large and offers a nice view of the surrounding skyscrapers.
View of skyscrapers
The square is lined with a number of water bodies and architectural features, so you can enjoy the water reflections. There is also a view of the city's tallest building: the World Trade Center Abu Dhabi (The Burj Mohammed bin Rashid), which is 381 meters high.
Qasr Al Hosn
Qasr Al Hosn – you can also look inside, there is an entrance fee. Originally an 18th-century defensive tower, it became the residence of the ruling Al Nahyan family, the country's administrative center and the national archive. Today, it is a museum
Reflections in the water
If you go here in the evening, be careful of the large bodies of water so you don't fall into them.
Evening atmosphere
The square has a mysterious atmosphere in the evening because there are very few people here.
Modern architecture
Al Hosn Square is really a mix of everything, but it definitely looks interesting.
Cultural Foundation
The largest modernist building on the square is the Cultural Foundation
Etisalat Headquarters
Another interesting building just off the square is the Etisalat Headquarters with a gigantic golf ball on the roof.
Evening reflections
It's nice here in the evening too.
