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Sir Baniyas Island - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Sir Baniyas Island

The largest natural island in the country, 170 km away from the capital of the UAE on the western side of Abu Dhabi Emirate. Sir Bani Yas was originally home to Arabia's largest wildlife reserve, now it has over 13,000 free roaming animals.
Address : Sir Baniyas Island - Sir Bani Yas - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hotels near Sir Baniyas Island

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Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
6.11 km away from here
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$707.89
$277.99 per nightSelect
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Danat Jebel Dhanna Resort
16.99 km away from here
This Property Offers:
WiFi
676 Reviews
8.3
$80.03 per nightSelect

Top Activities Near Sir Baniyas Island

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Attractions Near Sir Baniyas Island

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National Museum of QatarArchitecture inspired by the desert rose, the building grows around the original twentieth-century palace of Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani. The museum galleries address three major, interrelated themes. The galleries are loosely arranged in chronological order, beginning with exhibitions on the natural history of the desert and the Persian Gulf, artifacts from Bedouin culture, historical exhibitions on the tribal wars, the establishment of the Qatari state, and the discovery of oil to the
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Abdullah Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural CenterA cultural center and a mosque. The mosque has a unique, tall minaret design making it the tallest mosque in Qatar. The culture Center is involved in several social, religious and educational activities, and it publishes religious studies and provides lessons in Arabic and Islam.
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Souq Al Waqif DohaA marketplace (souq) in Doha. The souq is noted for selling traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. It is also home to dozens of restaurants and Shisha lounges.
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Al Koot FortCommonly known as the Doha Fort, it is located in the heart of Doha. Exhibits and artworks in the museum fort include handicrafts, gypsum and wooden ornaments, fishing equipment and boats, historical photos and paintings including oil paintings of craft workers and daily life.
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Museum of Islamic ArtMuseum on one end of the seven-kilometer-long (4.3 mi) Corniche in Doha. The museum is built on an island off an artificial projecting peninsula near the traditional dhow harbor.
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Msheireb MuseumsA collection of four restored heritage houses that showcases a community-based lifestyle of old Msheireb commercial center before the oil boom.

Discover More Attractions in Abu Dhabi, Home of Sir Baniyas Island

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Abu Dhabi
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The largest emirate of United Arab Emirates. The capital city of United Arab Emirates is located here.

Location of Sir Baniyas Island


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