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Archaeology, forts and watchtowers

Archaeological sites in the UAE range from Bronze Age tombs to stone age cave dwellings, Portuguese forts to petroglyphs.

Visit some of the many sites and learn more about the history at the Museum of Archaeology, Mleiha Archeological centre and other museums.

Al Miqsar Village Najd Al Miqsar Khorfakkan UAE

Al Miqsar Village (Najd Al Miqsar) – From Abandoned Village to Heritage Hotel in Khor Fakkan

ByAlison Watt May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 May 10, 2025

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Explore Khatt, Habhab Plateau and Habhab Village

ByAlison Watt February 24, 2024May 4, 2025 May 4, 2025

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Al Manama, enclave of Ajman

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Fujairah Fort

Fujairah Fort and Heritage Village

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Ajman Fort and Museum

Ajman Museum and Fort

ByAlison Watt September 22, 2023May 15, 2025 May 15, 2025

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Wadi Shaam Ras al Khaimah

Wadi Shaam Ras al Khaimah

ByAlison Watt January 22, 2023March 6, 2025 March 6, 2025

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5 best places to visit in Al Dhaid

5 Best Places to visit in Al Dhaid, Sharjah Central Region

ByAlison Watt January 6, 2023August 14, 2024 August 14, 2024

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Al Nahwa – an enclave in an exclave

ByAlison Watt November 19, 2022January 27, 2024 January 27, 2024

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Masfoot

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Masfout Museum

ByAlison Watt June 8, 2022September 24, 2023 September 24, 2023

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  • Home
  • Location
    • Sharjah City and Al Hamriyah
    • Ras Al Khaimah
    • Al Ain and Abu Dhabi
    • Dubai
    • Fujairah
    • Kalba
    • Ajman, Masfoot and Manama
    • Khor Fakkan
    • Sharjah Central Region
    • Umm al Quwain
    • East Coast
    • Oman
  • Outdoors
    • Adventure and Activities
    • Beach
    • Hiking
    • Lakes, canals, boats
    • Mountains
    • Nature
    • See all outdoors
  • Culture/Learning
    • Art
    • Architecture
    • Museums and Learning Centres
    • Nature Reserves
  • Heritage/history
    • Archaeology, Forts and Watchtowers
    • Emirati Culture
    • Heritage Areas
    • Souqs & Markets
    • Museums
    • See all heritage and history
  • Misc
    • Travel resources
    • Places to stay
    • The Ultimate Guide to the Emirate of Sharjah (Book)
    • Web links for the Ultimate Guide to Sharjah
    • Guide to Sharjah complementary page
    • Exploring Sharjah – fascinating tours and itineraries 2023
    • School break activities
    • Glimpses Map
    • 50 Places to Visit in the UAE
    • Food
    • Memories
    • See all Miscellaneous
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