The 31 tablets vary in height from 3 to 23 meters.
The Pavilion of Honor features a 2,800-kilogram granite panel engraved with the names of the fallen.
The reflecting pool is purposefully shallow to maintain a clear reflection of the memorial tablets and the mosque.
The memorial is designed to be experienced as a walk, transitioning from the plaza to the Pavilion of Honor.
The aluminum used in the tablets is recycled, sourced from decommissioned UAE military vehicles.
The names of the fallen are inscribed on the tablets using a specific font designed for the site.
The site orientation is mathematically aligned with the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque's minarets.
The floor of the Pavilion of Honor is composed of two large granite slabs sourced from a single quarry.
Wahat Al Karama is a national monument in Abu Dhabi dedicated to Emirati soldiers and civilians who lost their lives in service. The site features the Memorial, comprised of 31 massive aluminum-clad tablets leaning against one another to symbolize unity and mutual support. It includes the Pavilion of Honor, which features a roof of eight slabs and a centerpiece of seven glass panels representing the UAE's seven emirates. A circular reflecting pool creates a mirror effect, aligning with the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in the background. The site covers 46,000 square meters and includes a visitor center and a plaza. It serves as a space for both state ceremonial events and individual reflection. The structure was designed by British artist Idris Khan. It is situated in the Al Rawdah district near the main entrance to the capital city.
The edge of the reflecting pool looking towards the memorial with the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in the background.
Visit during the golden hour to capture the sunset reflection of the mosque in the pool.
Ensure you walk through the entire structure to reach the Pavilion of Honor, which is often missed.
Carry plenty of water as the monument is located in an open area with limited natural shade.
Do not attempt to touch or climb the aluminum tablets; avoid visiting during the midday peak heat of summer months.
Maintain a quiet and solemn demeanor; modest dress that covers shoulders and knees is mandatory; shoes must be removed before entering the Pavilion of Honor.
