"As the oldest stone building in Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Hosn is one of the city's most significant landmarks. Built at the end of the 18th century, the building's watchtower was the city's first permanent structure, presiding over trade routes. But following an 11-year renovation, it opened in a new iteration, as a cultural center, in 2018. Rotating exhibitions take place in two buildings: the Inner Fort and the newer Outer Palace, which have formerly housed ruling families, the government, and the national archive." - Jenna Scatena
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