Al Riwaq ensures world-class, prime art exhibitions and experiences. Artists who have been exhibited includes Jeff Koons, Yayoi Kusama and currently a phenomenal Orientalist art exhibition showcasing a collection of intelligently curated artworks. I have only had positive and lingering memories of the exhibitions here and visit the exhibitions numerous times due to the quality of work. The staff are very helpful and willing to assist with queries and information. It is family friendly and the content easily accessible for all ages. The gallery ensures that there are enough information and guidance for a thoroughly thought-provoking, or just a pleasantly relaxing experience. It is situated in MIA park and in walking distance of the MIA art museum therefore a double whammy of culture and leisure. Souq Waqif is also a comfortable walk away for great cuisine...
Read moreTo be clear, this art space is different than the Museum of Islamic Art, though it resides in the same grounds as the MIA. The Al Riwaq Art Space is a separate exhibition space that only houses temporary exhibits. As such, it is not always open, so you would have to check to see if there is an exhibit. It is a pretty simple looking on the outside, but it has housed some pretty amazing exhibitions including Miyazaki and Damien Hirst. Not very predictable as to when something is there, but if you get lucky and something is, take the...
Read moreThis is a master piece, sheer simplicity carved into elegant structure. It is located on one of the end of the Corniche and is a geometric marvel. It showcases history and artifacts with sheer elegance. I was mesmerised that this whole place is located on an artificial island. There is a restaurant on the ground floor with awesome french cusines to clench your tastebuds and a park right outside the museum which is open 24x7. You have to be here to feel...
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