Nestled amidst the glittering shoreline and bustling cityscape of Abu Dhabi is a unique cultural haven – the Louvre Abu Dhabi. The renowned French architect Jean Nouvel created this architectural marvel, which resembles a honeycomb and was influenced by the classic Islamic mashrabiya, or latticed window. An aura of mystery and excitement is created over the museum grounds by the technical marvel that is the dome.
Step inside the Louvre Abu Dhabi and prepare to embark on a captivating journey through the vast panorama of human civilization. The museum’s collection, a remarkable blend of loans from the Louvre Museum in Paris and acquisitions from around the world, spans over 2,000 years of art and history. From ancient Egyptian sarcophagi and Greek sculptures to Islamic manuscripts and modern masterpieces, the Louvre Abu Dhabi offers a kaleidoscope of artistic expressions, each piece telling a story of human creativity and cultural exchange.
