(MENAFN) An international Trade Center Mall, the newest shopping center in Abu Dhabi, launched today at the site of the old Central Market at the heart of downtown Abu Dhabi, The National reported.
In a statement, the executive director of asset management at Aldar Properties said that "the World Trade Center Mall is truly a modern interpretation of the historic experience of the Central Market area - one the first and richest heritage and commercial hubs in Abu Dhabi." He added: "This is yet another example of how the company aims to meet the growing need for high quality retail offerings in the heart of the capital."
The mall contains more than 160 shops and 20 food outlets. House of Fraser is the mall's main department store.
There is also an eight-screen cinema complex. Other brand names and clothes stores opening for the first time in the capital include Karen Millen, BCBG Maxazria, M Missoni, Rodeo Drive, Gerry Weber and Via Rodeo.
WTC Mall is the third development to have opened in recent months as Abu Dhabi aims to expand and improve its appeal to shoppers. The luxury Galleria opened in Sowhah Square in August and Deerfields Townsquare shopping centre located just outside the city centre in Al Bahia opened in September.
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