Video: Louvre Abu Dhabi: See humanity in a new light

Art meets architecture, as Louvre Abu Dhabi weaves tales under marvellous dome.

Louvre Abu Dhabi opened doors to the public in November 2017, and has been fascinating visitors with creative contemporary and permanent displays. A prominent cultural attraction that has been in the making since 2007, it aims to host four temporary but exclusive exhibitions per year set up by 13 museum partners in France. The structure is meant to be a portal that takes visitors on a journey back in time across various civilisations around the world.

Armed with a tag to "See Humanity in a new light", the Abu Dhabi counterpart lives up to grandeur dreamed by Pritzer Prize-winning French architect Jean Nouvel. It houses some of the world's notable artefacts of historical value and shares tales of the past, striking a fine balance between history and architecture.

Each wing holds a different theme, introducing the visitor to a whole new world as they browse, as Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman, Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, quotes: "Louvre Abu Dhabi embodies our belief that nations thrive on diversity and acceptance, with a curatorial narrative that emphasises how interconnected the world has always been."

Besides showcasing relics from all over the world, Louvre Abu Dhabi is currently hosting a special exhibit, titled Co-Lab: Contemporary Art and Savior-faire, until March 25 this year. The showcase is part of an Emirati-French Cultural Programme that features four timeless crafts - embroidery, glass, weaving and ceramic. Each piece is created by four UAE-based artists - Vikram Divecha, Zeinab AlHashemi, Khalid Shafar and Talin Hazbar - and four renowned historical French manufacturers.

To keep young ones occupied, Louvre Abu Dhabi features a dedicated children's museum that features exhibitions and workshops centred on family-friendly themes. Adding to convenience, Louvre Abu Dhabi offers a cloakroom alongside lockers to help tourists and residents leave their baggage and browse the museum at ease. For those looking to take a break, the café features delicious dishes and seats that give breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf. Furthermore, visitors can take home a memento from its Boutique.

Louvre Abu Dhabi is a sight to behold, not just for culture vultures, but also for residents looking for a memorable day out.

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Note: Louvre Abu Dhabi has free Wi-Fi. | The museum is closed on Mondays.

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