Abu Dhabi's Reem Island through the years - in pictures
Sun, Sky and Gate Towers being built in 2011. The buildings would go on to transform Abu Dhabi's skyline. Andrew Henderson / The National
But Reem Island was just an expanse of sand surrounded by mangroves and the Arabian Gulf. Here is how it looks in 2008 as development ramps up. Nicole Hill / The National
One of the new bridges connecting Reem Island with Abu Dhabi nears completion in 2009. Stephen Lock / The National
The view inside the Sun Tower in 2010 overlooking Reem Island. This was the first phase of the building boom on the island.
Reem island in 2012, looking back towards the city. Ravindranath K / The National
Constructions advances rapidly by 2013. Sun, Sky and Gate Towers can be seen on left. Silvia Razgova / The National
A construction worker rests at the end of his shift on Reem Island in 2014. Silvia Razgova / The National
Al Fay Park on Abu Dhabi's Reem Island today, with Gate Towers visible in the background. Victor Besa / The National
Reem Island has transformed Abu Dhabi's skyline as can be seen in this shot from Saadiyat Island. Victor Besa / The National
