Tag Archives: Sharjah tourism

Sharjah Tourism conducts multi-city Educational Seminars in India

Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority conducted multi-city educational and training sessions recently in Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Nagpur and Lucknow. Key agents from the cities were invited to the event. The aim of the seminar was to increase visibility of the emirate of Sharjah and to promote its three themes– ‘Culture & Heritage’, […]

Go off the beaten track in Sharjah

Sharjah’s many offerings, from cultural and historical treasures, such as the Museum of Islamic Civilisation to the oldest souk in the region, from luxury stays in boutique hotels to fascinating displays of the age-old tradition of birds of prey displays all add up to an unforgettable array of memories. However, Sharjah also offers more for […]

Walk through the rain without getting wet in Sharjah

Rain Room is a place where you can see the rain, feel the rain but you won’t get wet. Located in the Sharjah Art Foundation, Rain Room is a permanent art installation where motion sensors on the ceiling prevent the water droplets from falling on you, clearing a sort of path, roughly six foot in […]

Rain Room now permanently and exclusively housed in the Middle East

Rain Room is now permanently and exclusively housed in the Middle East through the efforts of Sharjah Art Foundation. Rain Room, an installation by Random International in Sharjah, immerses visitors in continuous rainfall! When visitors enter the room, they are directed to navigate intuitively and carefully through the dark underground space in order to protect themselves […]

Enthralling shades of Sharjah Municipality during Sharjah Light Festival 2019

The Sharjah Light Festival has been captivating spectators at the landmark buildings and public places in the city since 6th February 2019. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah and under the theme ‘Culture and Family, the festival will […]

Sharjah Light Festival 2019- Video

The Sharjah Light Festival has been captivating spectators at the landmark buildings and public places in the city since 6th February 2019. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah and under the theme ‘Culture and Family, the festival will […]

Spectacular Sharjah Light Festival 2019 to conclude today

The Sharjah Light Festival has been captivating spectators at the landmark buildings and public places in the city since 6th February 2019. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah and under the theme ‘Culture and Family, the festival will […]

Checkout your 48 hour itinerary for Sharjah on free transit visa

Sharjah has always been known for its rich cultural heritage and its picturesque landscape, adding to this, the vibrant destination is also pocket-friendly and an ideal weekend getaway as it’s only a few hours’ flight time from India. Now, the ease of visa facility adds to the attractions of Sharjah. Post-arrival, experience a captivating blend […]

Indian Celebrities at the ‘SAY SHARJAH’ campaign

Sharjah is the perfect example of a place where the past meets the present and the cultural values and heritage are truly a part of everyday life; and as a tourist one can truly immerse in its art, science, values and traditions. Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) in association with FitZup organized an […]

Sharjah – Keeping cultural traditions alive

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 […]

Khorfakkan to be transformed into world-class tourist destination

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) recently announced the launch of the development and redesigning project of Khorfakkan Beach. The project aligns with Shurooq’s strategy to integrate tourism and family destinations across the […]

With a wealth of noteworthy attractions, Sharjah is calling families

Nestled between two coasts, Sharjah is a lively forward-thinking emirate of modern business and vibrant culture. It shares its heritage through its 20 museums and galleries, local architecture and culture-packed leisure activities that are perfect for families! Sharjah is home to a wealth of noteworthy sites, museums, beaches and fun indoor and outdoor activities. Al Montazah […]

‘Pearls Kingdom’ – the new travel experience in Sharjah

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has opened the gates of their brand new amusement offering, the ‘Pearls Kingdom’ water park, at Al Montazah Parks, Sharjah. This premiere tourist and family destination has invested over AED 100 million in developing this waterpark along with a new amusement park, ‘Island of Legends’, and invites visitors across […]

Sharjah welcomes shopaholics

Armed with a rich trading history, Sharjah now teems with shops and markets. ‘Souks’ have been restored and modernised to suit the needs of tourists, as well as the locals. Along with these developments, the emirate also offers many modern malls with a range of top brands and entertainment options such as multiplexes, amusement rides […]

Sharjah to endure major boost in tourism sector

In an initiative to develop Sharjah’s tourism prospects, Wego, the largest online marketplace in Middle East and North Africa, has kicked off a unique destination co-marketing campaign in collaboration with Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA). The campaign aims at projecting Sharjah’s greatest tourist attractions through online marketing activities. The customary hospitality and traditional […]