Wahat Al Karama, or the ‘Oasis of Dignity,’ isn’t just a place. It’s an experience that resonates deeply with anyone who visits. As you stand before the towering tablets of this memorial in Abu Dhabi, …
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Sharjah Art Area
Whether you’re a lover of art or of wandering down alleys and exploring traditional buildings, Sharjah Art Area should be high on your list of places to visit. Join me as I take you on …
Continue readingSharjah Aquarium and Sharjah Maritime Museum
Sharjah Aquarium Sharjah Aquarium is a fantastic destination for anyone interested in marine life. With over 150 species of fish and other aquatic creatures on display, the aquarium offers visitors a chance to learn about …
Continue readingAjman Museum and Fort
Ajman Museum First published on 11 Jan 2020, rewritten on 22 Sept 2023 with all photos replaced. Ajman Museum is located in Ajman Fort, a historic landmark in the heart of Ajman and often overlooked, …
Continue readingThe Resistance Monument, Khor Fakkan Sharjah
Resistance Monument Khor Fakkan What is the Resistance Monument in Khor Fakkan? Read on to discover the background. In 1507, the Portuguese army attacked Khor Fakkan, a coastal town in the east. However, the local …
Continue reading5 Best Places to visit in Al Dhaid, Sharjah Central Region
5 Best Places to Visit in Al Dhaid Al Dhaid is the main town in Sharjah Central Region and there are lots of plans to develop it. For now, these are 5 Best Places to …
Continue readingOff Road History Museum
The Off Road History Museum in Al Madam, Sharjah is an incredible place for any car enthusiast to visit. There is a wide range of cars and trucks of different makes and models, some more …
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Masfoot is one of those places I go back to again and again. Lying on plains between rugged mountains, it has beautiful views, lots of fresh, clean air and a relaxed pace of life! It …
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Masfout Museum stands high up on the rocky hill overlooking the fertile plains, where Masfout Fort was well-positioned to spot any unwanted visitors coming to attack, mostly bandits. Higher still on the hill opposite is …
Continue readingAl Dhaid Fort, Sharjah Central Region
Al Dhaid Fort is one of the more recent and exciting heritage projects in the Emirate of Sharjah. Recently added to the The Islamic World Heritage List, it’s one to include on your own list …
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