The United Arab Emirates’ capital is just a one hour drive from Dubai and makes a fascinating day trip either with a guided tour or independently. Just five decades ago, Abu Dhabi was a modest fishing village, today it is the largest of the seven emirates and has a population of 1.45 million. Despite its size, it retains a slightly more conservative feel than bustling Dubai and in amongst some stunning modern architecture there’s plenty of history and culture to be explored.
