Sharjah is a small but cozy emirate in the UAE, which is located near Dubai. The picturesque resort is located on the coast of the Arabian Sea. It is quite popular among tourists due to its historical sights, large shopping centers and white beaches. If you are here for the first time, we will tell you what you should definitely see in Sharjah.
Do not forget that the Emirates is a Muslim country and you need to respect local traditions and laws. You cannot wear revealing clothes, show affection in public, or drink alcohol. But the local color and amazing sights in Sharjah more than compensate for these restrictions.
Quran Square
A grand monument to the Koran has been erected in the central square of the city. The monument depicts the holy book, a symbol of the Islamic faith. A huge open book towers over the square on an elegant colonnade. The location for the Koran was not chosen by chance: the square is surrounded on all sides by cultural institutions. Government and administrative buildings, the Muslim Cultural Center, the Archaeological Museum, buggy rented the Pink Mosque and the King Faisal Mosque can also be visited during a walk around the square.
Old Town and History Museum
If you want to see what the city looked like before the oil era, you should choose excursions in Sharjah with a visit to the Old City. A small area with ancient buildings, museums and a bazaar is hidden behind modern buildings. In the Islamic Museum you can see ancient objects from the 12th-14th centuries: coins, works of art, household items and much more. In the science hall, there is an ancient map of the world, which was created 1,200 years ago.
In the Museum of Historical Heritage, each hall is dedicated to a certain period of cultural development. The museum displays examples of architecture, clothing, household items and other archaeological finds.
Old Market
Al-Arsa Market, also called Coal Market, is the oldest market in the country. Several centuries ago, coal was traded here and exchanged for overseas goods from India and Iran. Now you can buy anything here: handicrafts, souvenirs and jewelry, daggers, chests, carpets, baskets made of palm leaves, medicinal herbs, musical instruments. There are about 100 shops on the territory of the market, the owners of which are always happy to welcome visitors and willingly talk about their goods and craft.
The Old Market is located in the heart of old Sharjah. Coral walls, hanging lanterns, a massive traditional roof and huge wooden doors create a unique atmosphere. Traditionally, after successful shopping, you can drink a cup of aromatic coffee in a local coffee shop.
Al Buhaira Corniche and Port
If you are wondering where to go in Sharjah in the evening, the ideal option is the Al Buhaira Corniche. A beautiful promenade with palm trees and parks stretches around a picturesque lagoon. Here is also the famous singing fountain of Sharjah, which is beautifully illuminated in the evening. Those who wish can also take a boat trip on a traditional Arabian boat.
Sharjah excursions
If you want to learn as much as possible about Sharjah and see the most famous sights of the cultural capital, you can go on a sightseeing tour . Individual transfer and a Russian guide will make getting to know the city comfortable and exciting.
If you are on holiday in this state, you will have access to excursions from Sharjah to any destination, for any taste and color, for adults and children, educational and entertaining, inexpensive excursions around the UAE and excursions for discerning clients. First of all, we recommend going on excursions from Sharjah to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, as well as to the Indian Ocean. A complete list of all excursions in the UAE can be found here .
