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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium

The Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi built at a cost $22 million is one of the world’s finest cricket grounds. Opened in May 2004 and staged its first first-class match when Scotland played Kenya in the Intercontinental Cup during November 2004.
The ground is dominated by two large stands at either end, with the areas square of the wicket offering large grass banking for spectators to sit, although during the daylight hours that might be less than appealing as there is no shade. There is no pavilion as such, with the large changing rooms under one of the stands, and teams watch from inside air-conditioned glass rooms.
Regular club and international matches are played here.

Ramesh Menon
Post 7  Dt.  27.10.2010

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Umm Al Nar bridge and evening sky

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Umm Al Nar bridge and evening sky

Evening sky here is not colorful like many other places. It is rare to get natural and beautiful evening sky. If it happens at one of the most beautiful location, then it is a extra speical. This is one such photo, Umm Al Nar bridge and a beautiful evening sky.

Ramesh Menon, Abu Dhabi
Post 6. 25.10.2010

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – UAE National Day lighting

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – UAE National Day lighting

UAE National Day falls on 2nd and 3rd of December every year. All the major streets and buildings will be decorated with lightings. There will be also a parade of beautifully decorated cards through Abu Dhabi Corniche. Fireworks and other celebrations are also held.

Ramesh Menon
Post 5. 24.10.2010

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Corniche

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Corniche

The largest hand-painted portrait of Sheikh Zayed. It existed at the Breakwater on the Corniche. This portrait approximately 2,100 square foot work, was done by a prominent artist working for the Municipality.It took the artist, Liaqat Ali Khan, nearly a month to complete the painting.

The portrait has been replaced by a new photo recently.

Ramesh Menon, Abu Dhabi
Post 4. 23.10.2010

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Ice Rink at Marina Mall

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Ice Rink at Marina Mall

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The Ice Rink at Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi is a wonderful place for family union. It is open from Saturday to Wednesday (10:00 am to 10:00 pm) and on Thursday (10:00 am to 11:00 midnight and Fridays (11:00 am to 11:00 pm). It has quality equipments and cost is about Dhs. 40 per hour.

To know more about Marina Mall, please click here.

Ramesh Menon, Abu Dhabi
Post 4  21.10.2010

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Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Eastern Corniche

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 Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Eastern Corniche

One of the most scenic places in Abu Dhabi, Eastern Corniche, is a place to visit and walk during early morning and evening hours. It is located on the

Salam Street (Street No. 8).
The view towards the mangroves from the long walk way has been an integral part in the life of many Abu Dhabi residents for many years. However, like other infrastructure, this section is also getting transformed as part of the Salam Street development project and one wonders what will be the shape of it, once the project is completed.
It is a must to visit and walk around, especially if you are a photography enthusiast before it disappears.
Early morning during week-ends you may find many coming to this area for fishing. The area has useful spots for playing football and week-end parties.
Ramesh Menon
Post 3  21.10.2010 

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Photo Speaks – Exploring Abu Dhabi – through clicks and writes – Mina Market

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Photo Speaks – Exploring Abu Dhabi – through clicks and writes – Mina Market

Mina market, or the Old Iranian market in Abu Dhabi is a must to visit place if you are in Abu Dhabi. If not done already, do it fast as the area is getting totally revamped. It has numerous shops selling hand-crafted items, which some of them even made there in front of you. There are numerous horticultural shops which sell flowering plants. You will also find exclusive shops selling traditional kitchen utensils, and cookery items used for large scale cooking purpose. A fish market is also situated in this area.
All these facilities are marked for renovation and before it is closed down, enjoy the traditional beauty of the city, which once used to be a regular visiting place of the prominent local families.
Ramesh Menon, Abu Dhabi
Post 2   20.10.2010

Exploring Abu Dhabi is a photo journey – a collection of photos taken in Abu Dhabi as I traveled around the city. Looking at them, I feel, I haven’t explored even one third of it. Thought of creating a daily sequel, which will be an inspiration to know and learn more about this beautiful city I live.

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Photo Speaks – Percussion – Another Passion and Obsession

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Photo Speaks – Percussion – Another Passion and Obsession

Percussion – Another Passion and Obsession
Photography is a passion for me and you all see and enjoy the creative output from it. Whereas something different is dormant – a bigger passion or an obsession from childhood. That is percussion instruments. I get only very limited time to practise with the instrument, but there is practise always happening in the mind as I listen constantly to various types of music – yes all types – different beats and different ragas, different moods.. and whenever, the opportunity comes, it is a mind to hand process flow.

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Photo Speaks – Which one to choose?

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Photo Speaks – Which one to choose?

Which one to choose? The latest Nissan Patrol or the trusted Camel. Both are ships of the dessert. Camels at Al Wathba Camel Market on

Abu Dhabi Al Ain Highway

. A place one must visit.

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Photo Speaks – A fully loaded cargo dhow

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Photo Speaks – A fully loaded cargo dhow

A fully loaded cargo dhow cruising through the Dubai Creek. Probably to an African destination or another Middle East port.
This is the beauty of UAE. A perfect blend of tradition with modernisation.

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