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Shakhbout City

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · Asia

About Shakhbout City

Shakhbout City works well as a base: 10 minutes from Bani Yas City, 17km from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

Shakhbout City is a town located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. With a population of 6,515, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Shakhbout City sits in United Arab Emirates, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Dubai time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Shakhbout City to your route.

About Shakhbout City

The National Center for Meteorology (NCM; Arabic: المركز الوطني للأرصاد) is the national meteorological research and forecasting organization of United Arab Emirates, working under the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (United Arab Emirates) of the United Arab Emirates. The center was established in March

Read more 2007. The center is tasked with weather forecasting, issuing early warnings, and collaborating with other international meteorology institutions to employ the latest technologies. In addition to its meteorological services, the center is responsible for cloud seeding to increase the rate of precipitation in United Arab Emirates.

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Where is Shakhbout City located?

Shakhbout City is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Asia. The coordinates are 24.3673 latitude, 54.6372 longitude.

What is the population of Shakhbout City?

Shakhbout City has a population of approximately 6,515 people, making it a town in United Arab Emirates.

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Quick Information

Population
6,515
Continent
Asia
Country
United Arab Emirates
Region
Abu Dhabi
Timezone
Asia/Dubai
Coordinates
24.3673, 54.6372

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Arab Emirates

Police
999
Ambulance
998
Fire
997
Driving side
right

Zero tolerance for alcohol when driving.

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Worth the detour from Shakhbout City

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Yas Marina Circuit

Spectacular Abu Dhabi circuit with a hotel built over the track

12 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

World's first Ferrari-branded theme park on Yas Island featuring the fastest roller coaster on the planet.

13 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Yas Waterworld

Abu Dhabi's Emirati-themed waterpark on Yas Island with over 40 rides, slides, and attractions.

14 km · about 25 min drive

cathedral

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

One of the world's largest mosques, featuring 82 domes, over 1,000 columns, and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet.

17 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Louvre Abu Dhabi

A stunning museum designed by Jean Nouvel with a perforated dome creating a rain of light, housing a universal collection of art and civilization.

30 km · about 35 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Shakhbout City.

Bani Yas City

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

6 km awayPop. 80,498

Khalifah A City

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

7 km awayPop. 85,374

Masdar City

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

8 km awayPop. 15,000

Al Shamkhah City

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

8 km awayPop. 61,710

Mohammed Bin Zayed City

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

9 km awayPop. 85,000

Musaffah

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

16 km awayPop. 243,341

Abu Dhabi

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

26 km awayPop. 1,807,000

Suwayḩān

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

72 km awayPop. 5,403

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