With a light show on the front of Burj Khalifa, an educational campaign targeting thousands of students, and special performances at cultural centers across the UAE, Image Nation Abu Dhabi celebrated the launch of its epic documentary series History of the Emirates.

The rich and unique series chronicles about 125,000 years of UAE history, from the beginnings of human societies in the region, to the establishment of the UAE in 1971. Prior to the launch of the National Day celebrations this year, and to celebrate the heritage and achievements of the ancestors, the episodes of the new documentary series will be shown every night at 9pm, from tonight to 28 November, through all national television channels in the UAE.

Mohammed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Image Nation Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism, said: “Emirates History is more than just a series of documentary episodes, whose unique importance lies in telling the story of the UAE through history stations to the world's communities. “It documents ancient archaeological discoveries to modern technological developments so that the viewer can realize the greatness of our rich heritage with its various components. Through our outstanding partnerships and other events, we will be able to share the UAE's great stories with local community members and inspire viewers on television during the week. ”

Impressive visitors

Burj Khalifa, one of Dubai's iconic landmarks, dazzled visitors to downtown Dubai the night before with a presentation on this documentary series, including archaeological discoveries, deep sea diving traditions for pearls, and a series of animated scenes that mimic the ancient past. Du and Etisalat, which will be showcasing the documentary series through its on-demand video streaming services, will change the network name displayed to HSTORY UAE via mobile phones across the UAE in celebration of this important documentary series. In Abu Dhabi, a number of councils will present the first episode of the documentary series. Destinations across the country will also feature large screens for the public in the coming days, including Ajman Cultural Center, Ras Al Khaimah Cultural Center, Fujairah Cultural Center, Sharjah Culture Palace, Aqeel Cinema, Union Museum, Umm Al Emarat Park and Al Hosn Palace. On Tuesday, the Louvre Abu Dhabi will host an excerpt from the documentary series on the sidelines of a cultural dialogue on the Abu Dhabi Pearl, the world's oldest pearl, unveiled by the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi last month.

The third episode, titled "Commerce", deals with the historical pearl discovered on the island of Marwah. It dates back to 8,000 years. As part of raising awareness among students about the documentary series, a mobile interactive museum was launched in a bus equipped with innovative displays and other holographic tools and virtual reality technologies as part of a tour over the past two months to showcase the contents of this innovative television work. From public and private schools and universities across the UAE, to enhance students' knowledge of the nation's heritage. In line with the history curriculum, the bus will continue to visit more schools and will stop at Zayed Sports City during the National Day celebrations on December 2.

Modern techniques

The Emirates History Documentary series is a co-production of Image Nation Abu Dhabi and Atlantic Productions, one of the world's leading producers of reality shows, Emmy Awards and the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). The documentary series relied on a range of modern technologies, such as computer imaging technology (CGI) and 360-degree imaging, and included a number of footage of archaeological sites that have not been shown before. In addition to the rich content of the series, viewers will enjoy an interactive application for smartphones and virtual reality experiences, where they will dive into the depths of the Arabian Gulf with pearl-diving divers, wandering in the deserts of the UAE, and explore the fortress.

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The first episode in the series, entitled 'Society', introduces viewers to the history and beginnings of UAE communities some 125,000 years after the arrival of the first human migrations from Africa, and then touches on the beginning of the Council's system as a framework for governance based on shura, focusing on the importance of the value of equality, which remained a distinctive feature. To this society through the ages.

In the second episode titled “Innovation,” the series tells how the people of the UAE have lived in one of the world's toughest climates for thousands of years, thanks to their exceptional ability to innovate continuously in fishing, agriculture and governance.

During the third episode of "Trade", viewers will learn how the UAE has for centuries been a link for people from all over the world, from ancient trade routes through Maliha and Al Dour, to modern shipping, air and sea transportation networks in the contemporary Emirates. The fourth episode “Faith” explores outdated religious rituals, such as ancient Neolithic burial practices, and evidence of the spiritual interest in the snake of the inhabitants of that era and the remains of the Temple of the Sun.Archaeological evidence shows that the people who lived here always believed in the importance of society above the individual. The seminar focuses on the role and status of UAE land as a beacon of peaceful coexistence and acceptance of the other, and recounts how Islam and other religions such as Christianity, such as the Sir Bani Yas Monastery, originated.

The last episode «Unity» highlights the successive historical events and trends towards unity in the UAE. The series concludes by exploring the origins and tales of the valiant nation's tribes over the past 200 years, and how they fought, evolved and united to form the UAE in 1971.

Local, Arab and international channels

The documentary series will be shown on Dubai TV, Dubai One, Sama Dubai TV, Abu Dhabi TV, Baynunah, Al Dhafra, Ajman, Al Wusta TV from Al Dhaid, Al Sharqiya TV from Kalba, Ruya TV, National Geographic Abu Dhabi, MBC1, and other channels in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt and Jordan.

The global version of the three-part documentary series will be screened by Oscar-winning English actor Jeremy Irons around the world through National Geographic channels in December, as well as entertainment programs on board Etihad and Emirates. ».

Mohammed Khalifa Al Mubarak:

"(UAE History) is more than just a series of documentary episodes.