The initiative was launched under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of the Presidential Court, and organised by the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, and the National Library and Archives. This cultural initiative, initiated by the United Arab Emirates, aims to foster openness between civilizations, as well as cultural exchange, and to shed light on the rich Andalusian civilization and its heritage.
Organised by the UAE and with the goal of emphasising values of tolerance and peace, the ‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’ initiative spotlights the cultural heritage and intellectual advancement witnessed by the Arab civilization in Andalusia. The initiative also shines a light on the deep human connection among different civilizations and cultures, consolidating the strong relations between the UAE and the Kingdom of Spain.
The initiative includes various events such as cultural symposiums, art exhibitions, and artistic and musical performances. To learn about the activities and events, please click on this link.
Please refer to the schedule by clicking on this link.
The initiative’s events welcome all age groups. If children aged 14 years or below want to attend the events, they must be accompanied by a responsible adult (aged 18 years or above) during the events.
The Emirate of Abu Dhabi enjoys warm and sunny weather throughout the year.
In the winter season, which starts in December, visitors may want to carry a light jacket when attending the art exhibition and the initiative’s other events.
Participation in the musical performances and cultural symposiums requires an official invitation from the organising entities.
For further information, please reach out via this link or send an email to Info@Theandalusia.net
Cultural symposium in the Kingdom of Spain – Madrid
September 13-14, 2023
Location: Mandarin Madrid Hotel
Click here to learn more about the symposium
The Cultural Symposium in the United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi
February 2024
Location: Link
Click here to learn more about the symposium
To download the cultural symposiums’ agenda file, please click on this link.
Visitors are required to adhere to the exhibition’s policies, guidelines, and ethical standards. Modest attire is appreciated at all times. Thank you.
Food, drinks, and pets are not permitted / Food, drinks, and pets are not allowed for the safety of the exhibits and visitors
Smoking is prohibited in the exhibition halls.
Yes, cameras are allowed in the art exhibition.
Yes, there are places dedicated to storing or leaving your personal belongings.
Tickets are free, but registration is required / Admission is free, but registration is required
Exhibition working hours:
Saturday – Thursday
From 9:00 AM – 10 PM
Friday
From 9 AM – 12 PM
And from 3 PM – 10 PM
Yes, all ages are welcome to attend our exhibition.
Yes, there is free WIFI in the “Andalusia History and Civilization “Exhibition at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre.
Yes, there is a parking lot available in the exhibition. Link
Yes, there are public buses available to take you to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre.