Louvre abu dhabi closed in virus shutdown

Yes, the Louvre Abu Dhabi was closed temporarily due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The museum was shut down on March 14, 2020, as part of the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) efforts to contain the spread of the virus.

The Louvre Abu Dhabi, which is a collaboration between the UAE and the French government, is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city. The museum features a collection of over 600 works of art from around the world, including pieces from the Louvre in Paris.

The museum's closure was announced by the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism, which said that the decision was made to protect the health and safety of visitors, staff, and the wider community.

During the closure, the museum's staff worked to maintain the collection and ensure the safety of the artworks. The museum also used the time to plan and prepare for its reopening, which took place on July 24, 2020.

Since its reopening, the Louvre Abu Dhabi has implemented various measures to ensure the safety of visitors, including social distancing, mask-wearing, and enhanced cleaning and disinfection protocols. The museum has also reduced its capacity to allow for more space between visitors.

It's worth noting that the Louvre Abu Dhabi is not the only museum in the UAE to have been affected by the pandemic. Many other museums and cultural institutions in the country have also been closed or have reduced their operations due to the virus.