Abu Dhabi is the United Arab Emirates’ capital city, coming second in line after Dubai for its population. The city has seen a fast ascent worldwide prominence with oil discovery, back in the 1950s. The city has continued to act as a leader in the Arab art and culture scene ever since. The Al Nahyan Family is the present ruling family of the city and share direct ancestry with the Baniyas Tribe that originated from the Liwa Oasis.
