A Journey Of Arabian Culture : "SHARJAH"
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Sharjah is known as the art capital of the UAE. It has a plethora of museums and beautiful landscape through which it displays the history and the heritage and the conservative living.
The best time to visit over here is October-April, and the ideal duration is 3 days. The weather in the city is around 25 deg. C during these months. If you want to visit the city you check the flights to Sharjah airport. The summer months are hot and dry and temperature increases to 40 deg C. the heat and humidity make it uncomfortable for outdoor activities and sightseeing.
Don't forget to confirm the dates of Ramadan festival which is month long and there is several restrictions on eating, drinking and some other activities.
Top Tourist attractions to see in Sharjah:
Sharjah Arts Museum:
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Entry Fee: There is no entry fee
Timings: Saturday to Thursday: 8:00 - 20:00, Friday: 16:00 - 20:00
Sharjah Arts Museum is the perfect place for Arts Lover. You get to know about Arab culture and heritage through impressive artwork. It is the largest art museum in the UAE. it has 72 galleries spread over three floors.
Sharjah Museum of Islamic civilization:
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Timings: Saturday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Friday: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee: Adult - AED 5, Families - AED 10, Children - free
It is a perfect place to get a better understanding of the Islamic faith. The galleries on the ground floor depict various angles of Islamic faith, from their scientific accomplishments in astronomy and mathematics to their rituals and significance of the hajj. The upper floor galleries exhibit the timeline of 1400 years of art and artifacts of Islamic culture. The exhibits at the upper floor include woodworks, ceramics, clay, glass, pottery, jewelry, textiles and handicrafts with silver, gold and, brass inlay work.
Sharjah Aquarium:
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Timings: Saturday to Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Friday: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Entry Fee: AED 15 - AED 70
Here you will get close to a wide range of marine life. It has 20 large water aquariums that feature over 250 species of aquatic animals ranging from vibrant fishes and reef sharks to eels and seahorses. You can also experience the smaller marine life at the aquarium with coral reefs, mangroves, lagoons, and pools. The aim of this aquarium is to conserve the life under water.
Al Qasba:
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Timings: Summer: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM,
Winter: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Entry Fee: AED 10 - AED 100
Al Qasba is a perfect package of entertainment and little glitz of Dubai with some fine dine restaurants, theatres, and Kids Fun Zone, etc.
Best time to visit Al Qasba: All year round
Timings for different zones at Al Qasba
Abra Ride:
Saturday - Wednesday: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM,
Thursday, Friday & Public Holidays: 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM,
Kids Fun Zone:
Summer:
Monday - Sunday: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM,
Public Holidays: 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM,
Winter:
Saturday - Thursday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM,
Friday: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM,
Eye of the Emirates Wheel:
Winter:
Saturday - Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM,
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM,
Friday: 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM,
Summer:
Saturday - Wednesday: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM,
Thursday & Friday: 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Ticket prices for different zones at Al Qasba
Eye of the Emirates Wheel:
Adult: AED 30,
Children: AED 15
Kids Fun Zone: AED 15
Al Majaz Waterfront:
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Entry Fee: Entry to the waterfront is free and so is the use of most of the public facilities. The splash park costs AED 25 per child per day
It is a unique family destination. It has something to do for everyone. It has activities ranging from miniature golf to fine dining. various concerts, events, and festivals at different times of the year are hosted. It is now a one-stop shop for all entertainment needs of the residents of Sharjah.