Preserving the rich cultural legacy and architectural marvels of Abu Dhabi’s modern heritage sites is a paramount undertaking. Collaborative efforts between government authorities, local communities, and conservation organizations are essential. Especially, in implementing strict preservation policies.

DCT Abu Dhabi publicly revealed the first set of 64 modern heritage sites, requiring immediate and unconditional protection

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi announced:

“No demolition applications will be allowed for these buildings, instead, priority will be given for them to be maintained and rehabilitated in accordance with their designated grade.”

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Below is a list of the 64 heritage cites:

1. Cultural Foundation
2. Abu Dhabi Bus Terminal and Taxi Stand
3. Al Manhal Palace
4. Zayed bin Sultan The Second Mosque
5. The National Theatre
6. Former Al Jazeera Hospital
7. Sheikh Zayed Sports City
8. Islamic Institute Complex (Former UAEU)
9. Niqa Bin Ateej Water Tank and Park
10. Al Jahili Eid Prayer Grounds
11. Radisson Blu Al Ain (Hilton Al Ain)
12. Al Khalidiyah Park
13. Intercontinental Hotel – Abu Dhabi
14. Al Ain Old Central Market
15. Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tower
16. Al Bateen Mall
17. Radisson Blu – Abu Dhabi (Hilton Abu Dhabi)
18. Hili Old Market (Shaabi Market)
19. Zayed Al Awwal Secondary School – Oud Al Hassa
20. Former ADNOC Headquarters
21. Al Maqta Conservation Area
22. Former Vehicles & Drivers Licensing Directorate
23. Bida’ Zayed Central Souq
24. Arab Monetary Fund Building
25. Etisalat Headquarter – Abu Dhabi
26. Federal National Council
27. Saeed Al Kalili (Al Ibrahimi Building)
28. Heirs of Salem Khadem Al Qubaisi Building
29. HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Tower (Blue Tower – Union National Bank)
30. Hamed Center
31. Hamdan Centre
32. Obaid Al Mazrouai
33. Butti Al Otaiba Building
34. Harib Tower
35. Sheraton Hotel
36. Le Méridien Hotel
37. Al Ghaf Tree Park
38. Airport Road Park
39. Armed Forces Officers Club & Conference Centre
40. Al Omeirah Building (Adidas)
41. Al Hobbara Water Tank (SBY Island)
42. Bida’ Zayed Pool
43. Liwa Rest House
44. Remah Rest House complex
45. Salman Khalifa Al Mazroei
46. Otaiba Building
47. Mesaied Khalid Al Mansoori
48. The Central Bank of the UAE
49. Al Ain Vegetable & Fish Market (Shibrat Al Ain)
50. City Terminal (Abu Dhabi International Airport)
51. Abu Dhabi City Municipality Building
52. Department of Economic Development
53. Abu Dhabi Media Company
54. Department of Finance
55. Abu Dhabi Oil Co. – Japan (ADOC)
56. Al Manhal Family Medicine Clinic
57. Al Zaab Old Fire Station
58. Khalifa Al Suweidi Building
59. Elenco Building
60. Former Al Dhafra Region Municipality Building
61. Madinat Zayed Vegetable, Meat & Fish Market – Abu Dhabi
62. Abu Yalee Mosque
63. Al Ain Old Gold Souk
64. Al Nyadat Eid Musalla

.@dctabudhabi has revealed the first set of 64 modern heritage protected sites under Abu Dhabi’s Cultural Heritage Law, providing immediate and unconditional protection to sites of cultural significance, supporting efforts to preserve Abu Dhabi’s cultural identity. pic.twitter.com/dKSK9WJ107

— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) July 25, 2023

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