LocationIn the Gulf, off the central western coast of the UAE.
Dialling code971.
Time zoneGMT + 4.
Electricity220 and 240 volts AC, 50Hz; square three-pin plugs are standard.
Average January temperatures18°C (64°F).
Average July temperatures34°C (93°F).
Annual rainfall62mm (2.5 inches).
Cost of Living:1 United Arab Emirates Dirham (Dh1) = £0.19; US$0.27; C$0.32; A$0.38; €0.20 Currency conversion rates as of January
2009Special Events:Al Ain Music Festival, Feb, classical music festival attracting big international musicians, various venues in Al Ain
Abu Dhabi Shopping Festival, Mar, a massive and very popular trade fair, during which all manner of goods are exhibited and sold at very low prices, various venues in the city
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, Mar-Apr, book fair and conference for the international publishing industry (website:
www.adbookfair.com)
Abu Dhabi Salsa and Jazz Festival, Apr-May, Latin and jazz festival at the Beach Rotana Hotel & Towers Abu Dhabi (website:
www.chilloutproductions.com)
Accession Day, Aug, commemorates the accession of the ruler of Abu Dhabi and features lively celebrations, feasting and fireworks
Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival, Aug, popular chess festival with some of the world’s leading players (website:
www.abudhabichess.com)
UAE Desert Challenge, Nov, this annual cross-country rally race begins in Abu Dhabi and finishes in Dubai and is one of the premier international off-road races in the world (website:
www.uaedesertchallenge.com)
National Day Festival, Dec, commemorates the foundation of the United Arab Emirates and features international sporting events, trade shows, exhibitions and cultural displays throughout Abu Dhabi
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