islamic architecture Archives

Qasr al Watan – Palace of the Nation

By Alison Watt On June 1, 2022

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 …

Arabic Architecture in Sharjah

By Alison Watt On July 25, 2021

Arabic Architecture in Sharjah The beautiful and exquisite Arabic architecture in Sharjah is not something to be missed. All government buildings across the emirate are designed using principles of Arabic and Islamic architecture. As you …

Museum of Islamic Civilization

By Alison Watt On June 11, 2021

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 …

Fujairah Grand Mosque

By Alison Watt On May 27, 2021

Fujairah Grand Mosque with its breathtaking architecture is the second largest in the UAE and offers free guided tours where you can explore the exquisite interior too. It was designed by Malaysian architects in the …