ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -JANUARY 22: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is seen in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on January 22, 2015. Abu Dhabi's iconic landmark is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which features eighty-two white domes. Built between 1996 and 2007, it was designed to be an architectural wonder that incorporated both modern and classic Islamic artistic styles. Greek and Italian white marble covers the exterior, while Islamic calligraphy decorates the inside. It is named after the founder and first President of the UAE, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. He chose the location and took substantial influence on the architecture and the design of the mosque. (Photo by Ali Hassan/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -JANUARY 22: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is seen in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on January 22, 2015. Abu Dhabi's iconic landmark is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, whiShow more
UAE day visas: things to do over 12 hours in Abu Dhabi
With the news that the UAE plans to offer day visas for international travellers passing through its airports we look at unmissable and unusual experiences to sample in the capital
