The capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi is the name of not only the largest city in the UAE, but also its largest emirate. Located on the Persian Gulf in the middle of the UAE’s northern coast, Abu Dhabi is an important political, commercial and tourism hub for the region. While Abu Dhabi’s wealth is chiefly derived from oil revenues, an increasingly larger percentage is coming from the tourism sector, with Abu Dhabi, in addition to nearby Dubai, steadily improving its international reputation as a rewarding holiday and business travel destination.