Zayed National Museum / Foster + Partners

"The Zayed National Museum has opened its doors to the public. Located at the heart of the Saadiyat Cultural District in Abu Dhabi, the new national museum of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) traces the history of the Emirates, from the earliest evidence of human habitation to the civilisations that shaped its culture and identity, rooted in the values of the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan."

"Located at the heart of the Saadiyat Cultural District in Abu Dhabi, the new national museum of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) traces the history of the Emirates, from the earliest evidence of human habitation to the civilisations that shaped its culture and identity, rooted in the values of the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The building's form addresses the challenge of sustaining life in a desert environment and the strong cultural traditions of the UAE."

The Zayed National Museum has opened to the public in Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Cultural District. The museum traces the history of the Emirates from the earliest evidence of human habitation through the civilisations that shaped Emirati culture and identity. The narratives and collections are rooted in the values of the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The building's form responds to environmental challenges by addressing the sustaining of life in a desert environment. The architectural approach integrates considerations of climate resilience and respect for strong UAE cultural traditions.

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