As a long-standing witness to the history of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the UAE over the past two and a half centuries, Al-Hosn Palace is preparing to welcome its visitors again to show them the emirate's official, social and popular history beginning December 7th, The opening ceremony of the site for nine days includes many cultural, heritage, leisure and artistic events and performances.
New approaches The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi attaches special importance to education and work to link it to culture, history and heritage, and the emirate is witnessing a great cultural movement. The department includes an educational section concerned with communication with schools, And talk. Community «Palace fort» The Palace of the Fortress lists the stories of successive generations of men, women and children, who were taken from the palace to live for many years. From the era of Sheikh Shakhbout bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Qasr al-Hosn was the seat of government and the ruling family's house. Life of the palace people at the time. Civil monument Al Hosn Palace has two important buildings: the "inner fortress", which dates back to about 1795, and the "outer fortress" that was built during the 1940s. Al Hosn Cultural Area is the first square of the urban plan in the Emirate Abu Dhabi, a cultural monument that reflects the development of the city and is made up of interconnected components: Qasr al-Hosn, the National Advisory Council, the Cultural Complex and the Craftsmen's House. Entrance to the Palace Palace Museum is AED 30 for adults and free of charge for children. Admission to the Cultural Center is free. In case of concerts, workshops or performances, attendance fees are paid according to the event. - The building of the cultural complex was restored in a way that preserves the vision built by Sheikh Zayed. - The outer fortress embraces a collection of rare artifacts, artefacts and artefacts. - 12 people receive daily training on how to accompany visitors to the palace. - The teacher is the historical and cultural heart of the UAE capital. 1795The fortress was built because of the urgent need to build a fort fortress. |
The palace is a national museum that lists the history of Abu Dhabi for several centuries. It is an integrated association with the history of Abu Dhabi and the UAE from the Al Ain Museum and Al Muwaijee to the Zayed National Museum and the Louvre Museum. Sa'adiat Island. During the briefing held yesterday at Manarat Al Saadiyat to unveil the opening plan of Qasr Al Hosn, which recently witnessed a wide range of renovations, maintenance and restoration as the most historic landmark in Abu Dhabi, 55% of tourists visiting the museum The Louvre Abu Dhabi, are coming to Abu Dhabi for the first time. When these tourists watch the Qasr Al Hosn Museum, they will have the opportunity to learn about the history of Abu Dhabi and the UAE and talk about it when they return home.
Historical Heart of Abu Dhabi
"Once again, Al Hosn Palace will soon open its doors to the public to tell the story of Abu Dhabi and its authentic people," he said. "It is a cultural and historical symbol, and it has been a landmark of the history of the emirate for two and a half centuries. To a developed world capital. This cultural landmark enjoys great pride and attention as the historical and cultural heart of the UAE capital, where many are waiting to reopen and we hope that the members of the community will experience a fruitful experience that will bring them nostalgia for the days that our leaders, grandparents and people have lived through for generations. Pointing out that the first phase of the opening of the site on the seventh of December will include several sites, notably the main entrance and the Museum of the Palace of the fortress and the large arena that intersects the site, while the second phase of the opening includes the children's library in the cultural complex and the theater. The site also includes the home of the craftsmen, the National Consultative Council, a mosque and a lake surrounded by recreational facilities, restaurants and cafes, as well as parking on and above the ground, while the site surrounds a wall of trees. He pointed out that the restoration works included the mosque opposite Al-Hosn Palace, which is one of the oldest mosques used in Abu Dhabi, and will be the most beautiful mosques in the capital after the restoration and one of the most beautiful mosques in the world.
Al-Mubarak stressed the keenness of the Department to preserve and renovate the building of the Cultural Center in a way that preserves the vision built by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and is due to return to represent an Arab cultural center that brings together intellectuals and scholars of the Arab world. "Two months ago, a water well outside the fort was discovered that had not been discovered before, and it is also possible to walk around the rooms of the palace and its sections to the visitor to imagine how it was a life form The inhabitants of the palace were old, how was the father Ch SM Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, (God rest his soul), Abu Dhabi contemplates a plan for the future, a unique experience for visitors to the palace can live with. »
Rare Collectibles
The undersecretary of the Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Saif Saeed Ghobash, noted that the external fort, which witnessed restoration and renovation works, embraces a collection of artifacts from the most prominent and rare artifacts, through rare and important archival documents, to simple everyday collections, The ancient past and the evocation of ancestral traditions and values over time, pointing out the importance of the renovation and renovation work carried out at Al Hosn Palace, in order to preserve the features of the fort and its prestige, allowing visitors to learn about the story of Qasr Al Hosn and the story of Abu Dhabi and its community through the ages. He also stressed the importance of the building of the cultural complex that was and will return to Abu Dhabi's vibrant heart of culture and the arts, where he will return to the House of Oud, the Free Palace, the House of Calligraphy and Theater and the Children's Library.
Opening Events
Salama Al Shamsi, Director of Qasr Al Hosn, spoke about the nine-day event which will include live shows throughout the day, reflecting the UAE's heritage in different environments such as coastal areas, oases and desert areas, as well as musical performances and performing arts. It also highlighted the artisans' home, which will serve as the headquarters of craftsmen and craftsmen in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It also aims at preserving cultural and heritage heritage, the number of which has been recorded on the UNESCO list such as the Sadou. Qasr Al Hosn is currently receiving daily training on how to accompany visitors on site tours, explaining adequate information about its sections and exhibits, and how to deal with adults and young people of different nationalities.
Abu Dhabi Story
Qasr al-Hosn is the stage of the relocation of Bani Yas to the Abu Dhabi Island. The sea was a source of building materials used in the construction of the fort and a gateway to the economic life of fishermen and pearl divers. In 1795, the fortress was built from the urgent need to build a fortress Capable of protecting the new settlement. In less than 50 years, Abu Dhabi has been transformed from its humble beginnings as palm fronds to a coastal settlement with thousands of people.
Qasr Al Hosn continues its journey with the reign of Sheikh Zayed I, and despite the political conflicts that coincided with his rule and the unrest that has spread throughout the region, this leader has succeeded in strengthening the status of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and transforming it into a center of gravity on the Gulf coast. The future with a distant vision. Sheikh Zayed founded the "Council", which hosted regular meetings chaired by himself, and worked to provide all the factors of prosperity and growth to enhance the welfare of his people. Qasr al-Hosn has long been a prominent example of engaging parties in dialogues and discussions. During the reign of Sheikh Zayed I, the poetic scene and cultural activity flourished.
new era
After the death of Sheikh Zayed I in 1909, the era of Abu Dhabi ended and the last in the history of Abu Dhabi, and despite the slowdown in trade due to a number of geopolitical factors and the emergence of cultured pearls in Japan, but the land of Abu Dhabi was about to reveal a new wealth lies deep, Shaqbout bin Sultan Al Nahyan in 1939, the first oil concession in Abu Dhabi from its Board held at Al Hosn Palace, paving the way for the great developments that were Abu Dhabi on its doorstep. In the same year, Sheikh Shakhbut bin Sultan Al Nahyan ordered the construction of a palace around the fort, which marked the beginning of a new economic era, where Abu Dhabi's position in the region was strengthened and began its march towards further development and success.
Modern Abu Dhabi
The late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan took over the reins of government in 1966 and during the reign of Abu Dhabi, the Emirate of Abu Dhabi witnessed qualitative leaps and developments, transforming it into a global city with all the potential for prosperity. The pace of change in the emirate has accelerated to include the construction of roads around and within it, and the development of new buildings around Qasr Al Hosn, a permanent landmark that has not changed throughout the history of Abu Dhabi. The vision of Sheikh Zayed has been reflected in the development of the role of this edifice and its historic significance as a symbol of the emirate, Nationally and culturally.
Union
The fort also tells the story of the establishment of the Union State and the meetings of leaders and tribes, highlighting the role of the National Consultative Council, as an important station in the formulation of policies and hosting the basic dialogues that preceded the establishment of the UAE. In 1968, the National Consultative Council was built outside the walls of the fort, where Sheikh Zayed first held its first council. The council building became a venue to celebrate the historic events following the founding of the Union State on December 2, 1971, First of the Federal National Council of the United Arab Emirates.
In addition to permanent exhibitions, Qasr Al Hosn organizes a year-round program that includes a wide range of events and events, including specialized tours of history, archeology and architecture, as well as a series of events that re-portray the daily lives of past generations, Which will acquaint visitors with the history and ethics of the Council's attendance and the traditional protocols. The program also includes a series of activities for children.