Abu Dhabi's Al Sila: in pictures

  • Al Sila lies 350km west of Abu Dhabi, in Al Dhafra. All photos: Khushnum Bhandari / The National
    Al Sila lies 350km west of Abu Dhabi, in Al Dhafra. All photos: Khushnum Bhandari / The National
  • A new cycling and walking track is under construction around Al Sila park
    A new cycling and walking track is under construction around Al Sila park
  • The entrance to Al Sila park
    The entrance to Al Sila park
  • Some of the homes in the coastal town
    Some of the homes in the coastal town
  • Barakah Nuclear Power Plant also lies in the western region of Abu Dhabi emirate
    Barakah Nuclear Power Plant also lies in the western region of Abu Dhabi emirate
  • Al Sila Camel Race Track
    Al Sila Camel Race Track
  • Marjan Khan is co-owner of Al Gharbeya Furnishings and Spreads Shop, in Al Sila
    Marjan Khan is co-owner of Al Gharbeya Furnishings and Spreads Shop, in Al Sila
  • Al Sila beach is a popular spot for residents to visit
    Al Sila beach is a popular spot for residents to visit