Mansour Bin Zayed Opens ‘Emirates Of Pearls And Aromas: A Deep-Rooted Legacy, Shaping The Future’ Exhibition At Qasr Al Watan
By Muhammad Irfan Published September 14, 2026 | 05:30 PM
ABU DHABI (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 14th Sep, 2026) His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, inaugurated the 'Emirates of Pearls and Aromas: A Deep-Rooted Legacy, Shaping the Future' exhibition, organized by Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. The event reflects the UAE's vision to preserve its national cultural heritage, promote it globally, and deepen public understanding of its rich traditions.
His Highness Sheikh Mansour toured the exhibition's sections, accompanied by senior officials, and was briefed on its exhibits and experiences, which highlight the UAE's deep civilizational roots and the cultural and economic legacy of pearls, oud, and amber. These elements have played a significant role in shaping the country's history and national identity.
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed emphasized that the UAE's strategic location has historically made it a crucial hub on trade routes between East and West, fostering cultural exchange and strengthening its global gateway position. This historical significance extends beyond specific periods, rooted in the UAE's natural advantages and the openness of its society to regional and international interactions.
The exhibition provides an integrated cultural narrative for specialists, researchers, students, enthusiasts, and the broader community. It explores:
- Pearls: A cornerstone of the UAE's economy before the discovery of oil.
- Oud and Amber: Elements integral to the country's cultural, social, and economic identity.
- Shipbuilding: A vital civilizational and economic pillar that shaped the history of the UAE and the Arabian Gulf. Ships were not just modes of transport but played a central role in an integrated economy based on maritime trade, pearl diving, and interaction with diverse civilizations.
Qasr Al Watan will soon announce the exhibition's opening to visitors, offering a rich cultural experience to people from various backgrounds and those interested in history and heritage.