The Yas Marina Circuit, which is located on the artificial yet scenic Yas Island, is the host of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The track was opened in 2009 and has been the venue for quite a few thrilling races since then. Designed by renowned racecourse architect, Herman Tilke, the course is nearly six kilometres in length and has twenty-one exciting turns. It was built to give racing fans an alternative to the Formula One track in Bahrain and remains one of the hottest racing destinations in the Middle East.
While nothing can match the sheer energy and electricity of catching a race at the Yas Marina Circuit, there are a number of other activities one can do here that makes it a worthwhile visit even after the racing season is over. One need not be a racing fan or car lover to enjoy the Yas Marina Circuit Tour, a behind-the-scenes sneak peek at one of the most exciting tracks on the planet. The tour gives visitors access to areas that are usually off-limits to the general public.
Not only will visitors get to see the Paddock area, the media centre and the support pit garages, they will also gain insights into the high-tech machinery that is employed to keep the track functioning smoothly. The guided tour will also include extended looks at the Yas Drag Racing Strip, the Shams Tower and the North Grandstand. The tours are conducted every week from Tuesday to Saturday, between 10 am and 4 pm. Tour times may vary with the time of the year. Those interested in taking the tour should book in advance.
Taking a tour of a Formula One racing track is one of many activities one can look forward to doing at the United Arab Emirate’s bustling capital. Other activities include taking a desert safari, dune bashing and staying at the best hotels the Middle East has to offer. Tourists on the lookout for luxury resorts Abu Dhabi can try the Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villas. This stylish property offers elegant Abu Dhabi villas set amidst of the rugged beauty of the nature park on Sir Bani Yas Island.
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday. Google+
