The United Arab Emirates is preparing to host one of the stages of the world championship in motor racing in the class "Formula 1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi 2013". Racing on the Yas Marina circuit will be held from November 1 to 3. Pilots start under the rays of the setting sun, and finish in complete darkness, under the light of floodlights and illuminations. They have to drive 55 laps along the highway, which includes 21 turns (12 left and 9 right) and three high-speed sections. The length of the largest straight is 1.2 km. The entire route is 5.555 m long and 1216 meters wide. This is one of the few tracks, the movement of which is carried out counterclockwise, which is an additional difficulty for riders. Another distinctive feature of the circuit are the stands. Their capacity is 55 thousand people, each seat is under the roof.
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will be accompanied by numerous show programs, exhibitions and performances by stars. On October 31, the start of the Yasalam series of concerts after the race will be set by three superstars of the Arabian music scene: the most popular Arabian performer of all time, Amr Diab, recognized Emirate performer Hussein AlJassmi and three-time winner of the World Music Awards Lebanese superstar Elissa. On November 1, popular singer JAY Z will perform as part of his Magna Carter world tour. On November 2, a concert by the British band Muse will take place.
The musicians of the group are famous for their dynamic, extravagant performances and a combination of various musical styles from progressive and alternative rock, heavy metal to classical and electronic music. On November 3, a series of evening concerts by Yasalam after the races will be completed by the legend of electronic music from the UK - the Depeche Mode band.
