A Chance to Travel Through History with My Old House

07 Feb, 2017

Led by Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) and organised by Al Ain National Museum, My Old House programme, a tour of the historic and cultural sites of Al Ain, has now been opened to the public.

The initiative, which is expected to be extremely popular, forms part of the wider Al Ain Programme of cultural initiatives, which also includes Oasis Afternoons and Evenings at the Oasis, and My Heritage My Responsibility. My Old House is set to run on February 22nd and 23rd, will take visitors to several fascinating sites around the Oasis city. Limited seats are available, and prior registration is required before taking the tour.

About the Historical Sites:
Through their simple architectural details, the walls of these old houses tell us stories of the past. Houses with different interiors, some built with mud, some with stone. Despite being in different places, certain elements tie them together; other elements highlight the differences between them. All these historic buildings create a picture of these past communities; with their watchtowers, and mosques through different fragments of time. Set against the backdrop of beautiful Al Ain and nestled between its lush Oases, these houses add to the beauty of this city that has always been a place of exchange for different cultures. The goal is to showcase the varying styles and designs that have emerged from this one city, while highlighting Al Ain’s position as a key historical site.

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