Tag: Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization

Sharjah is home to acclaimed art galleries, buzzy waterfront areas and a sophisticated outlook; as creativity and excitement flow through the emirate. At the same time, the emirate stays true to its Islamic heritage, with a traditional, gracious and welcoming vibe. Nestled between two lagoons, the emirate is a global metropolis of modern business and vibrant culture. UNESCO declared Sharjah a Culture Capital of the Arab World in 1998 for its efforts to maintain and promote Arab traditions. The city shares its heritage with over 20 museums and galleries, local architecture and culture-packed leisure activities. Sharjah is a prime tourism ... Read more

We begin our cultural journey in Sharjah with its Heart – ‘The Heart of Sharjah’ has been painstakingly restored to give a feel of traditional life in the emirate. As the largest historical preservation and restoration project in the region, planned over a 15-year period, it will be completed by 2025. The project seeks to revitalize the heritage district as a vibrant cultural destination by showcasing its heritage with the restoration of historical buildings, constructing new structures following traditional Sharjah architecture and transforming them into hotels, restaurants, cafes, art galleries and markets, a place where one can experience Sharjah’s cultural ... Read more