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Category: Art

Qasr al Watan – Palace of the Nation

By Alison Watt On June 1, 2022
Qasr al Watan

Qasr Al Watan Qasr Al Watan is rather deceiving from the outside as although its traditional architectural style and gentle colours are beautiful in their simplicity, entering the Presidential Palace is rather like opening a …

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Al Ain and Abu Dhabi, Architecture, Art, Culture, Art, Museums & Learning Centres
islamic architecture

Look Down by Jago

By Alison Watt On January 18, 2022

Look Down by Jago is a marble sculpture of a child in foetal position by Italian artist. It was originally placed in Naples, Italy just over a year ago and had a chain attached.  It …

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Art, Fujairah, Offroad

Museum of Islamic Civilization

By Alison Watt On June 11, 2021
Museum of Islamic Civilization building, Sharjah

Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization opened in 2008 in what was formerly Souq Al Majarra. The building itself is worthy of a visit alone for its beautiful Islamic architecture and minute details. Be sure to …

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Architecture, Art, Museums, Museums and learning centres, Sharjah
islamic architecture, islamic history

Ajman Heritage District

By Alison Watt On June 2, 2021
Ajman street art at Ajman Heritage District

Ajman Heritage District is a lovely, tranquil place to wander around, admire the murals of scenes of traditional life, explore Ajman Fort and stop off for tea, Emirati breakfast or even Viking fine dining! Ajman …

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Ajman, Masfoot and Manama, Art, Emirati culture, Food, Heritage Areas, Souqs and markets

The Rain Room

By Alison Watt On May 29, 2021
The Rain Room

The Rain Room The Rain Room is a permanent art installation. It has sensors to turn the water off in specific areas so you don’t really get wet. Book online in advance. For more info …

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Art, Sharjah

Al Qasba

By Alison Watt On May 29, 2021

Al Qasba can go from a peaceful spot to wander and sit and enjoy the view in the daytime to a hive of activity in the evening. Either side of the canal are identical buildings …

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Architecture, Art, Food, Lakes, canals, boats, Sharjah, Walking/cycling

Sharjah Art Area

By Alison Watt On May 29, 2021

Wander through the old traditional buildings of Sharjah Art Area housing various kinds of art exhibitions, some by international artists. Visit Bait al Shamsi, Bait Serkal, Emirates Fine Arts Society and the Art Museum. Many …

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Art, Heritage Areas, Museums, Museums and learning centres, Sharjah

Al Noor Island and Butterfly House

By Alison Watt On May 29, 2021
Noor Island

Al Noor Island is quite magical with its lush greenery, exquisite Butterfly Pavillion, beautiful butterflies and colourful night lighting. It is home to a small meadow, cactus garden, maze, several floss trees as well as …

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Architecture, Art, Museums and learning centres, Nature reserves and zoos, Sharjah, UAE Nature

Heart of Sharjah

By Alison Watt On May 27, 2021

The Heart of Sharjah is the oldest part of the city and such a quiet haven, you’ll often forget you’re even in a city. It is home to several museums – Heritage, Calligraphy, Bait al …

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Archaeology, forts and watchtowers, Architecture, Art, Emirati culture, Food, Heritage Areas, History & Heritage, Museums, Museums and learning centres, Sharjah, Souqs and markets

Ras Al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival at Jazeera Al Hamra

By Alison Watt On March 9, 2020

Ras al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival Take a trip up to Jazeera Al Hamra to see the RAK Fine Arts Festival, or RAKFAF, held each spring in the fort and old village. What a great …

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Archaeology, forts and watchtowers, Art, Heritage Areas, Outdoor, Ras al Khaimah

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