The Wealth of the Emir of Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Khalifa was one of the world’s wealthiest monarchs, with a net worth of approximately US$ 15 billion. Beyond his personal wealth, Sheikh Khalifa managed the world’s second-largest sovereign wealth fund, reportedly overseeing assets of more than US$ 600 billion.
The Presidential Palaces of the Emir of Abu Dhabi
The Presidential Palace, Qasr Al Watan, served as the home of the UAE Supreme Council and Federal Cabinet. The Emir also had residences in Qar al Mushrif Palace, Al Bateen Palace, and even a residence in Evian, France.
Sheikh Khalifa and Burj Khalifa
In 2010, the world’s tallest man-made structure, initially known as Burj Dubai, was renamed Burj Khalifa in honor of Sheikh Khalifa. The tower stands at an impressive 830 meters (2,722 ft) high, including the antenna.
Philanthropic Efforts of Sheikh Khalifa
Sheikh Khalifa was a renowned philanthropist. He pledged US$ 150 million to the University of Texas’ M. D. Anderson Cancer Center to establish a cancer treatment clinic, among several other charitable initiatives.
Sheikh Khalifa’s Previous Yacht
Before Azzam, Sheikh Khalifa owned a smaller, yet equally luxurious, yacht also named Azzam. This magnificent vessel has since been renamed Adamas II and is currently owned by Allesandro Falciai, the founder of Digital Multimedia Technologies, who merged his company with Silvio Berlusconi’s Mediaset in 2011.
The Al Nahyan Family Yachts
Sheikh Khalifa’s family is known for their collection of high-end yachts. For instance, Sheikh Khalifa’s half-brother, Hamdan, is the proud owner of the yacht Yas. Additionally, another half-brother, Mansour bin Zayed al Nahyan, owns the 147-meter yacht Topaz. It’s quite a sight to see these three magnificent vessels, owned by brothers, ranking among the world’s top 10 biggest yachts.