Abu Dhabi, the capital of UAE, has recently been in the news for being one of the safest cities in the world by the Global Liveability Index from Numbeo’s Global Rankings for 2024, and Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). It is not only deemed as the safest city in the world but also in the Middle East and North African region. This is not happening for the first time.Â
Abu Dhabi has been in this position since 2017. In this article, we will be discussing how Abu Dhabi is the safest city in the world.Â
How is Abu Dhabi the safest city in the world?
Abu Dhabi has been setting the standard for high-level safety and quality of life. It has been awarded with a score of 88.2 points on Numbeo’s safety index, which is very high. And when we talk about Abu Dhabi’s Crime Index score, it comes down to 11.8. The score so low makes crime almost non-existent in the city. With the influx of tourists all year long, it is impressive how the safety score remains high for 8 years!
It is not only safety that has been considered for this rating. It has a top-notch healthcare and education system as well.Â
When we talk about the healthcare system, it is safe to say that they are at the top of their game. Abu Dhabi is home to 12,992 licensed doctors, 67 hospitals, and 1,068 pharmacies. Meanwhile, the city has almost 459 public and private schools that provide world-class facilities and amazing options for their academic year of 2023-2024.Â
Abu Dhabi as a safe tourist place
Holding the title of the Safest City in the world for 8 years makes this place safe for all kinds of trips. Doesn’t matter if you are a backpacker, a solo traveller or even a family of 4 wanting to explore this beautiful city, you can do so without feeling unsafe. You will not only get to see a lot of Abu dhabi attractions which are beautiful architectural landmarks but also get a chance to immerse yourself in Arabic culture.Â
Places to visit in Abu Dhabi
Along with being a safe place for women and children, Abu Dhabi is also a great place for exploring. Abu Dhabi is a place which has the best of both worlds. It has some of the most beautiful places with modern architecture, and traditional Arabic architecture. Here are some of the places that you must visit in the safest city in the world:
1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
With its beautiful milky white exterior, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque stands out as one of the most beautiful mosques in UAE. This mosque is open to people of all faiths. Made with the collaboration of Irani workers, Sheikh Zayed is known for its largest prayer hall and hand-woven carpet which is featured in that hall. Book your Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque tour with Travel Saga!
2. Qasar Al WatanÂ
Qasar Al Watan is one of the most visited palaces in Abu Dhabi. It is not just a palace it is a work of art. Made with aristocratic Arabian architecture, Qasar Al Watan is a presidential palace and is a homage to Arabian heritage and artistry.
3. BAPS Hindu temple
Built by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, BAPS Swaminathan Temple is one of the most recently inaugurated temples in UAE. The structure of the temple has 7 spires, that represent the 7 Emirates of UAE. At the entrance, you will see two streams of water that represent Ganga and Yamuna. If you are an architecture fanatic, then make sure that you visit the BAPS Swaminathan Temple.
4. Louvre Abu Dhabi
If you are an art lover, then make sure that you visit the Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi. When we talk about the architecture of the building, it is safe to say that it represents a Dome. The museum has 600 artistic masterpieces. Out of which 300 are on lease by 13 French museums. Some of the famous art masterpieces include a self-portrait of Vincent Van Gogh, The Coronation of Napoleon by Jacques-Louis David, The Bezique Game by Gustave Caillebotte, etc.Â
ConclusionÂ
Being listed as the safest city in the world for the 8th time in a row is not an ordinary deal. Abu Dhabi with its safety, quality of life, amazing healthcare, and educational system, is also the best place for travelling in 2024. So, book your trip to Abu Dhabi with Travel Saga Tourism to get easy booking and flexibility in plans. So, what are you waiting for? Book your tour with Travel Saga ASAP!