Wahat Al Karama
A national memorial for fallen soldiers across from the Grand Mosque, made of 31 leaning giant slabs. Its night views of the mosque are especially fine.
Wahat Al Karama was completed in 2016 to honour Emirati military personnel who gave their lives for the nation. The memorial consists of 31 giant concrete panels clad in aluminium, leaning against one another as a symbol of unity. A reflecting pool sits in the central Plaza of Glory, and the memorial hall bears the names of the fallen. It is free to visit. The open square lets you photograph the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in the same frame, and the lighting at night is especially good. Visit after seeing the Grand Mosque, dressed modestly and keeping quiet.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–22:00 (memorial hall hours shorter)
Nearby sights
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- Mangrove National Park
- Umm Al Emarat Park
- Hudayriyat Island
- Jubail Mangrove Park
- Yas Marina Circuit
- teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi
- Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi