Abu Dhabi in the 1990s to now - in pictures

Abu Dhabi Corniche taken between 1990 and 1993. The Volcano Fountain can be seen on left. This landmark was demolished in 2004 as part of the Corniche upgrade project. Photo: Michael Oakes
Abu Dhabi Corniche taken between 1990 and 1993. The Volcano Fountain can be seen on left. This landmark was demolished in 2004 as part of the Corniche upgrade project. Photo: Michael Oakes
Michael Oakes as a boy in Al Ain. Photo: Michael Oakes
Michael Oakes as a boy in Al Ain. Photo: Michael Oakes
Abu Dhabi Corniche in the early 1990s. Photo: Michael Oakes
Abu Dhabi Corniche in the early 1990s. Photo: Michael Oakes
Abu Dhabi Corniche today. The Corniche branch of Union National Bank as seen in the video is just to the left of the boat. It was once one of the Corniche's tallest towers but today is surrounded by skyscrapers. Victor Besa / The National.
Abu Dhabi Corniche today. The Corniche branch of Union National Bank as seen in the video is just to the left of the boat. It was once one of the Corniche's tallest towers but today is surrounded by skyscrapers. Victor Besa / The National.