Manarat Al Saadiyat — Attraction in Abu Dhabi

Nestled in the vibrant Saadiyat Cultural District, Manarat Al Saadiyat is a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts, culture seekers, and anyone looking to experience Abu Dhabi’s creative pulse. This dynamic arts and exhibition space offers a blend of contemporary art, interactive installations, and engaging events that celebrate both local and international talent.

One of the standout features of Manarat Al Saadiyat is its rotating art exhibitions, which showcase everything from avant-garde installations to thought-provoking photography and immersive digital art. Whether you’re a casual visitor or a serious art aficionado, the curated collections never fail to impress.

Beyond the exhibitions, the venue serves as a hub for creativity, hosting workshops, film screenings, and live performances that foster artistic expression and community engagement. The Photography Studio and Art Studio provide hands-on experiences for those looking to explore their own creative potential.

The space itself is a masterpiece, with sleek, minimalist architecture that allows the artwork to take center stage. Its serene outdoor areas and cozy café make it a great place to unwind and reflect after exploring the galleries.

Overall, Manarat Al Saadiyat is more than just an art gallery—it's a cultural experience that highlights Abu Dhabi’s growing influence in the global art scene. Whether you're visiting for an exhibition, a workshop, or simply to soak in the artistic atmosphere, it’s a destination that leaves a lasting impression.

Manarat Al Saadiyat is located in the Saadiyat Cultural District of Abu Dhabi, an area known for its upscale residential communities. Here are some notable properties in the vicinity:

Manarat Living Developed by Aldar Properties, Manarat Living is a premium residential complex offering studios, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments. The development emphasizes modern design and offers amenities such as rooftop swimming pools, a gym, and art hubs.

Current Market Price: Studio (30 sqm) – from AED 1.05M 1 Bed (71 sqm) – from AED 1.8M 2 Beds (110 sqm) – from AED 2.7M 2+ Study (145 sqm) – from AED 3.6M 3+ Maid (205 sqm) – from AED 4.8M

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"Natural History Museum has a new home - in Abu Dhabi."

The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi is due to open in 2025 and this is the preview. Life in the desert way before men even knew what Abu Dhabi is. And it is amaaazeebaaaalllss!!! Knowing that Al Ain before was covered in water and the Jebel Hafeet was submerged in water, I believe that there is more to what this sandbox is. And sure is rich not only in oil but history.

They had excavated early elephants in Sweihat with intact tusks and molars. Mastodons are believed to have walked here. Imagine that!

Stan, the oldest T. rex excavated in South Dakota is in lease at Manarat as a preview of his new home in AD when TNHMAD opens. And OMG i stared at it, zoomed every bone of it, every crevice of that skull that is so intact, and in disbelief that this walked the Earth I now walk onto. Amazing.

Of course as this is only a preview, there are just a few pieces on display - dont moan and and be dramatic why there are so less, its FREE entrance FCOL complainers. But the whole Manarat is a cultural district so there are different buildings with different contemporary arts on display. But, I just came for Stan and the meteorite..

THE 7 BILLION YEARS OLD METEORITE! Murchison meteorite fell in 1969 in Australia and 100kg of it was collected and studied. And it contains the signature of the solar system to when the Sun was formed. Read that again and see why I am all sounding so geeky. 😉😁😂 Imagine! I am sooo happy to see these!

If youre into all these stuff of history and museums and how the world began and/or wants your kids to understand too and/or be interested in the beginning of things - this is an awesome short visit and an interesting conversation starter. Let them be inspired, and curious of things that matter. 😉😊

BTW, this preview is only until 12 May 2022.

*how to get there: Go to Manarat Al Saadiyat Cultural District. Go to building Berklee Building and follow the flags and wooden crates. There are parking spots behind Berklee and opposite the entrance of Stan. Berklee building is the one that looks like a gray...

Soundbathing in Abu Dhabi at Manarat AlSaadiyat!

I had the most wonderful and relaxing sound bath at the Manarat AlSaadiyat tonight. I arrived to this art center and a security guard saw I had a yoga mat with me so he led me to an indoor auditorium (is warm in the summer) where a few people were sitting on yoga mats around a large grouping of a gong, and brass and crystal bowls arranged on the center of the floor. Setting up her bowls was Sonia Gonzalez, an opera singer from Venezuela who has become a fixture in the yoga world in Abu Dhabi because of her sound healing sessions in town. As people finished arriving she explained how everything and everyone vibrates. Through a sound bath, people are exposed to vibrations from these highly resonant bowls that leads to greater relaxation. As relaxation is the antidote to stress, the vibrations from the healing bowls help the body create its own pharmaceuticals, which in turn allows for relaxation and healing to occur.

Sonia ensured everyone was present and then began the by striking the bowls while guiding the group meditation. Her narration guided everyone's awareness from their toes to the top of their heads, relaxing the whole body. The next thing I knew I was in a lucid dream, teetering from deep dreams to being half aware of the room ww were in. I felt so relaxed. It was as if some pressure had been released from my head and shoulder - like a leak in an inner tube fizzing out pressurized air. I later realized the tightness in my lower back had disappeared. I was feeling lighter and more relaxed.

During the session, she would walk amongst the group with different tonal instruments, singing bowls, and her healing voice. Towards the end of the session, she slowly jingled some chimes and a tingsa (small hand cymbals) three times, inviting our awareness back to the room. There was a calm sense of relaxation pervading the room and amongst participants. Thank you Sonia for sharing your gifts and bringing this relaxation and healing...