have you ever wondered what it's like inside the
life of the Abu Dhabi Royals I can tell you this much their idea of normal is quite different from
what you think this is a world where normal means buying a football club and only attending two
games and having a family car collection that could rival a Luxury Auto Show forget Keeping
Up with the Kardashians try keeping up with the al- nahan where the family pet could be
a cheater and the household staff outnumbers a small village so to start let us look at their
immense wealth and business ventures in 2023 the al- nahan royal family of Abu Dhabi Dubai hit
the jackpot scoring the title of the world's wealthiest family with a mind-blowing net worth
of $35 billion as revealed by Bloomberg led by UAE president shik Muhammad bin zad al- nahan
known as mbz the family boasts luxurious assets including a $475 million presidential Palace eight
private jets and ownership of a prominent football club but there's more the family's home is the
jaw-dropping Kasa alwatan presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi the Crown Jewel among their stash of
acial pads sprawling across a whopping 94 Acres this Palace isn't just big it is majestic with a
chandelier bedazzled with 350,000 crystals and a treasure Trove of historical artifacts it's the
epitome of Royal extravagance I mean take a look at this don't you want to live here and let's
talk architecture Kasa alwatan is Frankenstein's monster of buildings blending traditional Arabian
Vibes with futuristic flare the result a visual Feast of Domes arches and geometric patterns
that'll make your eyeballs pop the building is not just A Feast for your eyes it is a feast for your
brain too the palace's library is like Belle's dream come true except instead of singing teapots
you've got shelves upon shelves of books covering everything from culture to science however it's
not all Bookworm Vibes Kazar Al watan also serves up killer views of the Abu Dhabi Skyline and the
Arabian Gulf and don't even get me started on the gardens seriously they're like something out of
a fairy tale so Lush so green so Instagram worthy enough said about lavish palaces let's talk about
the characters in The Family the number two boss is mansur Mansour is the chairman of the emirati
state-owned mubadala Investment Company previously he chaired iic following the exposure of the one
Malaysia development bead one MDB Scandal and the 2016 arrest of kadem Mal kubes who was managing
iic the company was merged into avar Investments kubes accused Mansour and UAE authorities of
scapegoating him in the affair in 2005 Mansour was appointed to the Supreme petroleum Council
and chaired the board of Ip also because BEC a board member of the Abu Dhabi investment Authority
in 2007 he was appointed chairman of the Emirates investment Authority The uae's Sovereign wealth
fund Mansour holds a 32% stake in Virgin Galactic having invested $280 million in the project
through abar in July 2009 abar also acquired a 9.1% stake in dler for $2.7 billion in March 2009
with plans to increase its stake to 15% by August 2010 Mansa owns the Abu Dhabi media Investment
corporation admic which partnered with British Sky broadcasting to establish Sky News Arabia an
Arabic language News Channel based in Abu Dhabi admic also owns the English language newspaper
the national and acquired a 2.1% stake in the pan European channel euron news in 2017 the family's
wealth includes a substantial 6% stake in the world's oil reserves and investments in numerous
renowned companies including Rihanna's Beauty brand Fenty and surprisingly Elon musk's SpaceX
now let us talk about president shik Muhammad's younger brother shik hammed bin hamdan al- nahan
who owns an extraordinary collection of over 700 Ultra luxurious cars including the world's largest
SUV his collection features five Bugatti Veyrons a Lamborghini Renton a Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR a
Ferrari 599 xx and a McLaren MC12 shik hammad boasts a net worth exceeding $20 billion according
to celebrity Networth although he prefers to stay somewhat out of the Limelight shik hammad has
made headlines with his lavish spending on wild Automotive projects He seems to live by
the motto go big or go home which is evident in his extensive car collection spread across
four museums in the UAE Morocco and Beyond in a particularly colorful twist shik hammad earned
the nickname rainbow shake after a quirky request in the early 1990s he asked Mercedes to create
an entire fleet of s-classes in every color of the rainbow as a wedding gift this nickname stuck
and his love for vibrant Hues is reflected in the rainbow themed cars and murals throughout his
museums you might think a Billionaire's car collection would be packed with supercars but shik
hammad has none instead his collection includes quirky off-road vehicles American Classics
and a significant number of Mercedes-Benz cars surprisingly a third of his collection consists of
Mercedes while he doesn't own a single Audi or BMW shik hammad's obsession with superzing things
goes beyond automobiles his Instagram profile showcases massive replicas of various Vehicles
more than a decade ago his passion for going big extended to a uni ique project he had his name
carved into the sand on an island near Abu Dhabi creating waterways so large they were visible from
outer space this gigantic inscription mysteriously vanished a few years later leaving everyone
wondering why it was removed so suddenly so if you ever find yourself with billions to spend
you might take a page from shik hammad's book go big go bold and always keep it colorful shik
hammad holds several world records including the Guinness world record for the largest
collection of 4.4 Vehicles boasting 718 cars his pyramid-shaped Emirates National Auto
Museum houses more than 200 of these vehicles additionally he has a dedicated museum for
off-road vehicles in Sher showcasing some of his most extraordinary Automotive Creations one
of the most bizarre Creations in shik hammad's collection is a giant Globe Caravan this oversized
model of our planet is not self-propelled and requires a towing vehicle inside the Caravan
features nine guest rooms and nine bathrooms making it a truly unique mobile home among his
eclectic collection is a g gigantic replica of a World War II AA Willy's Jeep crowned the world's
largest motorized car by Guinness World Records in 2010 standing almost 6.5 M tall it's too big
to fit inside the pyramid-shaped museum despite its size it's powered by a relatively tiny engine
shik hamad's collection also includes the world's biggest SUV the davan this 108 M long 10- wheel
Behemoth weighs 24 tons and was assembled from various commercial vehicles and a military truck
its sheer size makes a Ford F-150 look like a to the shake owns the world's largest pickup
truck a supersized replica of a 1950s Dodge Power Wagon this colossal vehicle 64 times the
size of the original doubles as a luxury Villa on Wheels complete with four air conditioned
bedrooms a living room bathrooms and even a patio shik hammad also created a giant replica
of the Hummer H1 awarded the world record for the largest Hummer this vehicle is three times
larger than a standard Hummer H1 by scale and 27 Times by volume further showcasing is penchant
for Crea outsized Automotive Marvels if you ever wondered what a billionaire with a love for cars
does with his fortune shik hammad's collection provides a fascinating Larger than Life answer
another sibling tanun bin Zed al- nahan oversees the family's primary investment firm which has
experienced phenominal growth of nearly 28,000 over the past 5 years currently valued at $235
billion the company holds interests in agriculture energy entertainment and Maritime businesses
creating numerous employment opportunities beyond their Holdings in the UAE the Abu Dhabi
royal family owns luxurious properties in cities like Paris and London the former head of the
family was even dubbed the landlord of London due to their extensive property portfolio in some
of the UK's most affluent areas a 2015 report from The New Yorker compared the Abu DHI Royal Family's
assets to those of the British royal family according to Bloomberg a company linked to the UAE
president purchased a mansion in November which was constructed on the former site of the BT ear's
Court telephone exchange the Chelsea property was sold for £65 million placing it among the most
expensive homes sold in London last year the top spot went to a138 million Mayfair Mansion bought
by Indian billionaire and vaccine Fortune a Adar punala the UAE president's new purchase is part
of a development consisting of three identical mansions built between 2004 and 2006 in s W10 one
of these brick Villas was sold for £51 million in 2015 to a Bermuda registered company called
Mount limited this house featuring nine bedrooms a glass lift and a basement with a swimming
pool and Cinema was among the most expensive new builds ever sold in London developers Steven
West Paul Daniel and Giles McKai had acquired the old telephone exchange site for 13 million in 2001
in September 2008 mansur acquired Manchester City from former Thai prime minister thain Shinawatra
by September 23rd 2008 the Abu Dhabi United group backed by Mansour had completed the Takeover trans
transferring ownership to them Mansa also owns the city football group established in 2014 which
includes Manchester City Melbourne City FC New York City FC Mumbai City FC and others despite his
ownership mansur has only attended two Manchester City games one in 2010 and the 2023 UEA Champions
League final aside from acquiring Manchester City Football Club he also has an 81% majority
ownership of City football Group which oversees Manchester City FC Mumbai City FC Melbourne City
City FC and New York City FC the Royal Family's private jet Fleet is so extraordinary it makes
flying commercials look like taking a rickety bus to Nowhere boasting a total of eight aircraft
including an Airbus a 3223 Boeing 787 9s these flying palaces offer an air travel experience
that's more luxurious than a five-star hotel at 30,000 ft shik Muhammad's Personal Collection
doesn't just stop there he's got a Boeing 747 worth a cool $478 million and a Boeing 787
valued at $176 million these extravagant Jets come tricked out with multiple cabins meeting
rooms entertainment spaces luxury bathrooms and even a spar yes you read that right a spar in the
sky forget about cramped seats and Tiny bathrooms here you can get a massage and sip champagne while
soaring above the clouds it's been said that every time one of these Jets touches down the airport's
red carpet feels like it's hit the jackpot so if by some miraculous alignment of the stars and a
twist of fate you ever find yourself stepping off one of these Airborne palaces make sure to give
a nod of gratitude to your Royal host after all they've redefined what it means to travel in
absolute style while the interior design and specific features of mz's private planes are not
publicly disclosed it is typical for aircraft of this caliber to include multiple cabins spacious
seating areas meeting rooms entertainment systems and even luxury bathrooms or Spas among the
Alan family's trophy assets are some of the world's most luxurious super Yachts notable
vessels include Azam blue and topaz now known as A+ All ranked among the top 10 largest Yachts
globally and owned by members of the Abu Dhabi royal family costing $65 million aam the world's
largest super yot at 590 ft was built for shik Khalifa bin zad al- Nayan it accommodates over 100
people and features a golf training room extensive mother of pearl decor and required a Workforce
of 4,000 to build the $600 million 525t luren blue owned by shik Mansour is the fourth largest
yacht in the world shik Mansour also owns the $450 million A+ formerly known as topaz which Leonardo
DiCaprio borrowed twice this 483 ft yacht boasts amenities like a dance floor Beach Club gym and a
wellness center with a spa jacuzzi steam room and beauty salon shikh Muhammad bin Zed al- nahan has
transformed Abu Dai into a cultural Hub the Sadat Cultural District houses over 620 works of art
the icon ionic louvra Abu Dhabi the largest art museum in the Arabian Peninsula and the only one
outside Paris features artworks like the third millennium BC sculpture of a ban princess Paul
Goan Breton boys wrestling 1888 Renee marrez the subjugated reader 1928 and Leonardo da Vinci's
label fonera valued at $1.5 million the future of Abu dhabi's art scene looks promising with the
upcoming gugenheim Abu Dhabi designed by Frank gar it will be the largest gugenheim museum globally
at 300 20,000 Square ft and is expected to open in 2025 shik Mansour also has a $22 billion
fortune and stakes in Ferrari and dler AG his luxury car collection includes five Bugatti
Veyrons a Ferrari 599 XX McLaren MC12 Ferrari F40 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR and a Lamborghini Renton
reflecting his understated yet sophisticated taste political influence the al- nahan family
has been a Cornerstone of UAE politics with all three presidents of the UAE emerging
from this esteemed lineage their main role in establishing the foundation for self-rule in the
UAE has had lasting impacts on both the region and the world the capital of the UAE Abu Dhabi
is ruled by the distinguished al- nahan family descended from the Banas tribe Branch known as
The House of alalahi the Banas tribe a formidable familial group in ancient Arabia originated
from the Lea Oasis they moved to the city in 1793 and settled in Kasa Al hosen one of the the
oldest buildings in the UAE from the early days of the uae's formation the al- nahan family has
been instrumental in guiding the nation towards stability and prosperity their leadership was
critical in uniting the seven Emirates fostering a sense of national identity and purpose this
Visionary governance laid the groundwork for the uae's transformation from a collection of small
disperate states into a unified influential Nation the first president H shik Zed bin Sultan Al
nahan is revered as the Founding Father of the UAE his wisdom and foresight in promoting development
education and infrastructure set the stage for the uae's rapid modernization under his leadership the
UAE embarked on a path of economic diversification moving beyond oil to embrace various sectors such
as tourism finance and Technology following shik Zed HH shik Khalifa bin Zed al- nahan continued to
build on his father's Legacy his tenure was marked by significant economic reforms and international
diplomacy further solidifying the uae's position on the global stage shik Khalifa's policies
attracted foreign investment and strengthened international Partnerships enhancing the uae's
global influence the current president HH shik Muhammad bin Zed al- Nayan mbz has propelled the
UAE to new heights of prominence and power under mz's leadership the UAE has not only maintained
its economic momentum but has also become a key player in international Affairs his strategic
Vision includes significant investments in renewable energy advanced technology and space
exploration positioning the UAE as a leader in Innovation and sustainability HH shik Muhammad bin
zad al- nahan has significantly raised the uae's international standing through his leadership
as the president and ruler of the UAE he is the most influential Royal in Abu Dhabi previously
serving as the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy supreme commander of the UAE Armed Forces
he transformed the military into a high-tech force with a focus on training organizational
structure defense capacity and strategic planning moreover mbz has has been proactive in
Regional diplomacy working towards stability and peace in the Middle East his efforts in fostering
relations with countries around the world have Amplified The uae's Diplomatic reach and impact
the al- nahan family's influence extends Beyond politics and economic they are also patrons
of culture education and humanitarian efforts promoting values of Tolerance and progress
on the international front shik Muhammad has worked tirelessly to enhance the uae's influence
he also has a keen interest in poetry and supports numerous literary and culture events under
the presidency of HH shik Muhammad bin Zed Al nahan the UAE continues to be a prominent
player on the global stage with the nation's royal families United in their efforts toward
Prosperity but as you would know the al- nahan family's epic begins not in palaces but amidst the
vast and Relentless desert where the bedwin spirit of endurance and Ingenuity was born hailing from
the powerful Barney Yas tribal Confederation the al- nahan were destined to rise to prominence
in the late 18th century the AL Nan Clan found their Destiny intertwined with the coastal Sands
of Abu Dhabi which in Arabic Heralds as the father of the gazelle it was during this time that they
fortified their presence establishing a Bastion of power that would endure for centuries the
pivotal moment came when shik shakb bin diab al- nahyan ascended as the ruler of Abu Dhabi
around 1793 his leadership marked the dawn of the al- nahyan's unbroken rule a lineage that has
since been synonymous with the leadership of Abu Dhabi under shik shakb but's rule Abu Dhabi began
its metamorphosis from a humble fishing Village to a Nexus of trade and strategic importance the
al- nahan governance was marked by diplomatic Acumen as they navigated alliances and rivalries
to safeguard their people and burgeoning influence this chapter of History was the Cornerstone of
the al- nahyan's enduring Legacy setting the stage for a future where their stewardship would
steer Abu Dhabi through waves of prosperity and tribulation ultimately leading to the emergence of
a nation that stands as a pillar of modernity and advancement in the Middle East as the 20th century
unfolded a profound change was on the horizon for the al- nahan family and the Sands they
ruled the discovery of oil in Abu Dhabi in the 1950s would catapult the al- nahan from Regional
prominence to Global significance the black gold as it came to be known lay beneath the desert in
unimaginable quantities and its Discovery marked the beginning of a new era the al- Nayan with
their characteristic foresight understood the potential of this resource to transform their
land and the lives of their people then came shik zad bin sultan al- nahan a Visionary leader
who would become the driving force behind Abu dhabi's metamorphosis ascending to power in 1966
shik zad was quick to harness the Newfound wealth for the betterment of his people he embarked on
a massive program of development building schools hospitals and infrastructure at an unprecedented
Pace under shik zad's stewardship Abu Dhabi experienced a social and economic Renaissance
the oil revenues were invested wisely not just in physical infrastructure but also in the human
capital of the nation education and Healthcare became top priorities with the establishment of
Institutions that are today landmarks of progress the transformation was staggering in a matter of
decades Abu Dhabi went from a landscape of desert dwellers and pearl diving fleets to a modern
Metropolis covered with towering skyscrapers Lush Gardens and a thriving cultural scene the
al- nahan had overseen a revolution not through conflict but through the Strategic and benevolent
use of wealth that lifted their people to Heights of prosperity previously unimaginable this period
of change not only altered the physical landscape but also redefined the social fabric of the
region the al- nahan rule was characterized by a commitment to Unity and progress setting
the stage for the formation of the United Arab Emirates in 1971 a federation that would unite
seven Emirates under a single flag with shik zed as its first president the discovery of oil and
the leadership of shik Zed bin Sultan al- nahan thus marked a turning point in the history of
the al- nahan family transforming them into architects of a modern-day economic miracle in the
the heart of the Middle East the formation of the United Arab Emirates in 1971 was a Monumental
achievement orchestrated under the guidance of the al- nahan family with shik zed bin Sultan al-
nahan at the helm this Union of seven Emirates was a bold Vision realized creating a cohesive
and unified Nation from disperate and autonomous shoms shik Zed known for his diplomatic Acumen
played a pivotal role in convincing the rulers of the other Emirates to join the Federation
his ability to balance respect for individual Emirate identities with the overarching need
for Unity was nothing short of masterful the al- nahyan's commitment to collaboration and consensus
building became the Bedrock of the new nation on the international stage the al- nahan family
elevated the uae's profile through strategic Partnerships and a foreign policy characterized
by moderation and peace advocacy they navigated complex geopolitics with finesse establishing
Abu Dhabi as a hub for diplomacy in the Middle East however the Journey of the al- nahan and
the UAE has not been without its challenge es balancing tradition with modernity has been
a delicate task the al- nahan have been the custodians of emirati culture ensuring that
the rapid development and influx of foreign influences do not erode the nation's Heritage and
values in the 21st century the al- nahan faced the challenge of diversifying the economy Beyond oil
addressing environmental concerns and continuing to provide for a young and dynamic population
initiatives in renewable energy technology and education reflect the family's proactive approach
to these modern challenges the the al- nahyan's leadership has been a dance of honoring the
past while boldly stepping into the future their ability to maintain the traditions of the beduin
the values of Islam and the customs of their ancestors all while fostering a progressive and
Innovative Society is proof of their governance and vision the al- nahan family's impact extends
beyond their borders through their diplomatic Endeavors and contributions to Global discussions
they have navigated the challenges of preserving tradition while embracing the Innovations of
modernity ensuring that the spirit of the US e remains vibrant and true to its Heritage
the royal family has played a pivotal role in transforming Abu Dhabi into a global cultural
Hub through a series of ambitious initiatives and Investments two of the most prominent projects
illustrating this transformation are the Lou Abu Dhabi and the upcoming gugenheim Abu Dhabi
museum opened in 2017 the loua Abu Dhabi is the result of a groundbreaking agreement between
the governments of France and the United Arab Emirates it is the first Universal Museum in the
Arab world and represents the beacon of cultural exchange designed by the renowned architect
Jean Nel the museum features a stunning Dome that weighs as much as the Eiffel Tower and
creates a rain of light effect that looks like sunlight filtering through Palm frons the Museum's
collection spans thousands of years with art and artifacts from all over the world reflecting the
uae's commitment to fostering a dialogue between cultures scheduled for completion in 2025 the
gugenheim Abu Dhabi will be the largest of the gugenheim museums worldwide with a sprawling 300
20,000 Square ft of exhibition space designed by the legendary architect Frank giri known for his
Innovative and often Whimsical designs the museum will feature a collection focused on Modern
and contemporary art from around the world with a particular emphasis on Middle Eastern
artists anyways that brings us to the end of this video next time you're stuck in traffic or
microwaving leftover pizza just remember while you're navigating life's little hiccups somewhere
in Abu Dhabi a Royal Falcon is getting a private jet ride and a palace cat is contemplating
whether gold or diamond encrusted collars are in this season inside the life of Abu dhabi's
royal family it's clear that even the pets know how to live Roy Ever After for more interesting
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