THE LOUVRE, ABU DHABI Considered one of the modern urban wonders of the world, the Louvre Abu Dhabi is one of the Arab world’s first universal museums. There are 9,200 square metres of galleries to explore, including a Permanent Gallery and a Temporary Gallery enriched by loans from notable French museums, including Musee du Louvre, Musee d’Orsay and Centre Pompidou. Spanning threefloorsof theChildren’sMuseumare avarietyof funexperiences to help little ones explore emotions by playing, listening, drawing or acting. With a new outdoor area to relax and express emotions, this is a wonderfully stimulating environment for children and parents to enjoy alike. As well as housing many art pieces, the building itself is an architectural masterpiece designed by Pritzker-prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel. Many visitors come just to experience the nine-layered dazzling Dome which was designed to create a unique “Rain of Light” where water bounces off the light. The incredible structure was inspired by the region’s rich architectural traditions and the museum’s unique location, where the Arabian sky meets the sands of Saadiyat Island and the waters of the Arabian Gulf. More information: https://www.louvreabudhabi.ae 85
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