India, Feb. 27 -- If you think Abu Dhabi is just a high-octane blur of glass towers and air-conditioned malls, you've been reading the wrong script. I used to think the same - until I spent a few days living out an itinerary handpicked by Bollywood couple, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone.

One stumbles upon a far more layered personality - one where spirituality, art, heritage, gastronomy and even a dash of theme-park adventure come together in unexpected ways.

Recently, Hindustan Times set out to explore Abu Dhabi destinations handpicked by Ranveer and Deepika, who are brand ambassador for Abu Dhabi tourism. And the itinerary unfolded like a perfectly paced film: serene openings, romantic interludes, cultural depth and a cinematic cl...