Bait Al Gahwa
Bait Al Gahwa is a cultural experience involving the traditional preparation and presentation of gahwa, Arabic coffee.
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Discover the ancestral home of Al Nahyan and the symbolic heart of Abu Dhabi.
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The Qasr Al Hosn Exhibition is open daily with a public engagement programmes from 9:00am to 7:00pm.
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Bait Al Gahwa is a cultural experience involving the traditional preparation and presentation of gahwa, Arabic coffee.
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This talk will be primarily historical and will focus on Qasr Al Hosn and its evolution over time. Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest standing structure on Abu Dhabi Island and is one of the most historically significant buildings in the emirate. It represents an oasis of tradition and stability in a fast-changing and dynamic 21st century metropolis. Yet the fort’s own role has not been static since the first tower was constructed in the second half of the 18th century on Abu Dhabi Island. The structure then grew into an enclosed defensive fort and became the administrative seat of the emirate. Over the centuries, Qasr Al Hosn evolved into the major cultural centre and symbol of heritage and continuity we know today.
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In co-operation with Image Nation Abu Dhabi, a leading media and entertainment company, a five-part documentary series titled History of the Emirates will be screened at Al Hosn. The series showcases the UAE's history and heritage.
This talk will focus on the Abu Dhabi community who lived in and around Qasr Al Hosn. The life of the community flowed in and out of the fort, creating a rhythm of life marked by history. It was a place where the ruling family lived alongside the workers of the palace, such as guards, administrators, cooks, etc.). Qasr Al Hosn was also a place where people could come to seek justice or assistance in times of need.
People who witnessed the history and heritage of Abu Dhabi first-hand will share their wealth of knowledge, experience and love of this heritage with the public.
'Weekends at Al Hosn’ is an event for every individual and family in and visiting Abu Dhabi. During the event, the entire family can visit the Al Hosn site with a wide range of social, cultural and artistic programmes and activities.
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A celebration of the creative and artistic relationshiip between the people of the United Arab Emirates and the locally available natural resources.
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Happy New Year! Following the declaration of 2019 by the President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan as the UAE's Year of Tolerance, we share with you this archival...
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Visit #QasrAlHosn and unveil stories of the past. Qasr Al Hosn is now open all year round. Discover a full calendar of traditional performances, demonstrations, workshops and more.
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