The Founder's Memorial

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The Founder's Memorial, Memorial structure at Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The Founder's Memorial stands as a permanent national tribute, featuring geometric shapes that form a portrait of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

The memorial commemorates Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who united the seven emirates and served as the first president from 1971 to 2004.

The Heritage Garden contains native Ghaf trees, date palms, and desert plants that represent the connection between Emirati people and their natural environment.

The memorial welcomes visitors daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, offering guided tours and multimedia presentations about Sheikh Zayed's achievements.

The Constellation artwork comprises 1,327 geometric shapes suspended on 1,110 cables, creating a three-dimensional portrait visible from multiple angles.

Location: Abu Dhabi

Official opening: February 26, 2018

GPS coordinates: 24.46315,54.32237

Latest update: May 12, 2025 19:15

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