Abu Dhabi: The tortoise emirate
Abu Dhabi is working to catch up to its long-showier sister Dubai in upscale hotel inventory, travel-related infrastructure, leisure and cultural attractions and, perhaps most importantly, worldwide brand recognition. Shown here, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, arguably Abu Dhabi’s biggest attraction, which began construction 16 years ago. Photos by Kenneth Kiesnoski; posted April 10, 2012.