Al Ain Palace Museum on Postcard

"A Palace Rendezvous in Al Ain Not as glamorous as Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi or the new royal residence taking shape in the Capital, the Al Ain Palace, former home to Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his family, is equally as interesting. The palace grounds are quite large and visitors are free to wander between the bedrooms, coffee rooms, store rooms, and majlis (sitting or receiving room). The palace was home to the founding father of the United Arab Emirates until 1966. On the day of my visit, the museum was celebrating Eid al Adha and several men, including the museum's Visitor Services Manager, greeted guests and welcomed everyone with Arabic coffee and dates while Emirati men swayed to the traditional Al Ayyalah - a dance that tells a story by no less than 25 men waving camel sticks and beating drums. Known for its oasis, Al Ain is a comfortable little town in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, about two hours from the City of Abu Dhabi."

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"Al Ain Palace Museum is a notable landmark, too; it showcases life in a ruler’s fort prior to 1966."

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"Built in 1937, the palace of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan was opened as a museum in 2001. Inside, many of the family's rooms and delegation areas are still preserved as they were. It's not an expansive museum, but much of the building and its surroundings are well-preserved and offer an accurate glimpse into the life of UAE royalty. Docents are helpful in navigating some of the rooms, as well as explaining their original purpose: The internal gate, decorated with verses from the Quran, leads to rooms used for international delegations. There's also an upper majlis, which received guests, and even a coffee room." - Laura Ratliff

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Nunu Zara

Google

We really enjoyed our time here. It doesn’t take long to explore, an hour and a half at most. Entry: Free The palace museum is very clean and well kept. The staff were so polite. We were traveling with our cat, and we couldn’t just leave her in the car alone during the extreme hot weather and they allowed her to stay in the staff room while we visited ☺️💕

Ester ༄

Google

Very interesting. The place is large and displays lots of settings relevant to ancient lifestyle within the region. It recreated (hosting all the original items) bedrooms (of kids, wifes, servants, etc), a pond, coffee rooms, gardens and so on. You can get in for free and you can tell the museum is very well curated. Bathrooms are clean and it's wheelchair accessible. One tip would be to make the ramp (for wheelchairs) leading to the bathroom a bit less steep

Ramzis Nagimov

Google

Hopefully it will resume working soon. This is a highly recommended visiting place to know more about UAE history.

Sandeep M

Google

A must see place if you are looking to know about the founding father of UAE, HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The palace is well maintained and takes us back in time. There are well preserved artefacts within the palace. One can spend an hour easily exploring and definitely worth a visit if you're in Al Ain.

B GokulaKrishnan

Google

A good place to know more about the Emirate's culture and tradition. A big museum and many traditional things are displayed. The location is good and UAE architecture is also fantastic. A must visit place for tourists and children. Located in the middle of Al ain. Easily accessible area. Less.crowd and nicely we can spend our valuable time here with our family.

sakhi kazmi

Google

The Al Ain Palace Museum is a captivating historical site that offers a unique glimpse into the region's royal heritage and traditional Emirati culture. Originally the residence of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE, the museum has been meticulously restored to preserve its original charm and significance. Upon entering the museum, visitors are greeted with beautifully landscaped gardens and traditional architecture that reflect the elegance of the bygone era. The interior of the palace is equally impressive, with rooms and courtyards showcasing the lifestyle and artifacts of the ruling family. The museum’s exhibits include a variety of personal items, historical photographs, and informative displays that provide insight into the life and times of Sheikh Zayed and his family. The museum's layout is thoughtfully designed to guide visitors through the different sections of the palace, including the majlis (guest reception area), the family quarters, and various other functional rooms. Each area is furnished with period-appropriate decor and artifacts, giving visitors a sense of stepping back in time. One of the highlights of the Al Ain Palace Museum is its emphasis on education and cultural preservation. Informative plaques and interactive displays offer a wealth of knowledge about the UAE's history, making it a great educational experience for both adults and children. The museum also frequently hosts cultural events and exhibitions, further enriching the visitor experience. Overall, the Al Ain Palace Museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in the rich history and culture of the UAE. Its beautifully preserved setting and comprehensive exhibits provide an immersive and enlightening experience that leaves a lasting impression.

Parvez Hossain

Google

About This historical museum Al ain place Museum The al ain place Museum presents an overview of the life of the ruling family. And Al ain place was one of the residence of the Sheikh Zayed bin sultan al nayan,the founder father and first president of The UAE. LATER he moved to the capital city of uae abu dhabi.. We are very glad to visit this historycal al ain place Museum. What a beautiful place it is... Please come and visit this place... Don’t' forget to add on your trip the al ain place museum... Mohammad parvez.....

SINU S

Google

Aazing palace. Al Ain palace museum has historical importance since it was the palace of the royal family of Abu dhabi.. Whole premise well maintained. The old antiques, the furnitures, etc are carefully being treated and maintained. There are name board banners inside each buildings or rooms to help understanding the importance. Please visit this place and then we know how was the lifestyle of the royal family. The museum takes you back to many years back.

Nunu Zara

Google

We really enjoyed our time here. It doesn’t take long to explore, an hour and a half at most. Entry: Free The palace museum is very clean and well kept. The staff were so polite. We were traveling with our cat, and we couldn’t just leave her in the car alone during the extreme hot weather and they allowed her to stay in the staff room while we visited ☺️💕

Ester ༄

Google

Very interesting. The place is large and displays lots of settings relevant to ancient lifestyle within the region. It recreated (hosting all the original items) bedrooms (of kids, wifes, servants, etc), a pond, coffee rooms, gardens and so on. You can get in for free and you can tell the museum is very well curated. Bathrooms are clean and it's wheelchair accessible. One tip would be to make the ramp (for wheelchairs) leading to the bathroom a bit less steep

Ramzis Nagimov

Google

Hopefully it will resume working soon. This is a highly recommended visiting place to know more about UAE history.

Sandeep M

Google

A must see place if you are looking to know about the founding father of UAE, HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The palace is well maintained and takes us back in time. There are well preserved artefacts within the palace. One can spend an hour easily exploring and definitely worth a visit if you're in Al Ain.

B GokulaKrishnan

Google

A good place to know more about the Emirate's culture and tradition. A big museum and many traditional things are displayed. The location is good and UAE architecture is also fantastic. A must visit place for tourists and children. Located in the middle of Al ain. Easily accessible area. Less.crowd and nicely we can spend our valuable time here with our family.

sakhi kazmi

Google

The Al Ain Palace Museum is a captivating historical site that offers a unique glimpse into the region's royal heritage and traditional Emirati culture. Originally the residence of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE, the museum has been meticulously restored to preserve its original charm and significance. Upon entering the museum, visitors are greeted with beautifully landscaped gardens and traditional architecture that reflect the elegance of the bygone era. The interior of the palace is equally impressive, with rooms and courtyards showcasing the lifestyle and artifacts of the ruling family. The museum’s exhibits include a variety of personal items, historical photographs, and informative displays that provide insight into the life and times of Sheikh Zayed and his family. The museum's layout is thoughtfully designed to guide visitors through the different sections of the palace, including the majlis (guest reception area), the family quarters, and various other functional rooms. Each area is furnished with period-appropriate decor and artifacts, giving visitors a sense of stepping back in time. One of the highlights of the Al Ain Palace Museum is its emphasis on education and cultural preservation. Informative plaques and interactive displays offer a wealth of knowledge about the UAE's history, making it a great educational experience for both adults and children. The museum also frequently hosts cultural events and exhibitions, further enriching the visitor experience. Overall, the Al Ain Palace Museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in the rich history and culture of the UAE. Its beautifully preserved setting and comprehensive exhibits provide an immersive and enlightening experience that leaves a lasting impression.

Parvez Hossain

Google

About This historical museum Al ain place Museum The al ain place Museum presents an overview of the life of the ruling family. And Al ain place was one of the residence of the Sheikh Zayed bin sultan al nayan,the founder father and first president of The UAE. LATER he moved to the capital city of uae abu dhabi.. We are very glad to visit this historycal al ain place Museum. What a beautiful place it is... Please come and visit this place... Don’t' forget to add on your trip the al ain place museum... Mohammad parvez.....

SINU S

Google

Aazing palace. Al Ain palace museum has historical importance since it was the palace of the royal family of Abu dhabi.. Whole premise well maintained. The old antiques, the furnitures, etc are carefully being treated and maintained. There are name board banners inside each buildings or rooms to help understanding the importance. Please visit this place and then we know how was the lifestyle of the royal family. The museum takes you back to many years back.

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