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The official magazine of Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority Oct-Dec 2012

Issue 11 Oct-Dec 2012

Welcome to Sharjah

Opening Message

This eleventh edition of the official magazine of the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority highlights the emirate as a unique tourist destination. Future issues of the quarterly magazine will continue to tell Sharjah’s magical story, to explore its secrets and share its treasures.

Blessed with extraordinarily beautiful landscapes and the best of waterside living, Sharjah is known as a natural wonder of the Arab world.

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Sharjah, a wonderland for culture aficionados and nature enthusiasts alike. The emirate’s dramatic landscape means an incredible array of activities is on offer to delight all, while a busy schedule of festivals adds to the mix in the cities.

With coastline on both the Arabian Gulf and the Indian Ocean, waterside living is very much a part of Sharjah’s special character. And with an interior that includes desert, oases, wadis and mountains, Sharjah boasts an incredible natural world overall.

But the beautiful landscape and adventurous activities are just a part of the emirate’s charm – stunning natural wonders aside, Sharjah proudly hosts more galleries, museums and attractions than anywhere else in the region. The ancient backstory can be discovered at the Natural History and Archaeology Museums, while the emirate’s modern interpretation of this proud heritage can be experienced at the hubs of Al Majaz Waterfront and Al Qasba.

One of the most popular ways to enjoy Sharjah’s special culture is at one of the many famous events lined up throughout the year. December’s Sharjah Water Festival is always a special occasion that celebrates the emirate’s heritage in a carnival atmosphere that is fun for all the family. Here the cultural and the entertaining combine and we welcome you all to enjoy it.

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In This Issue

Published by Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority

Tel +971 (6) 5566777 Fax +971 (6) 5563000 P.O. Box 26661, Sharjah, UAE www.sharjahtourism.ae

Copyright © 2012 Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority Images © 2012 Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority Maps © 2012 Explorer Publishing

While every effort and care has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication, the publisher cannot accept any responsibility for errors or omissions it may contain.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher.

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Real SouvenirsDiscover the shopping hotspots for Sharjah’s most

authentic Arabic wares. pg. 30

Listings pg. 32

Success Stories pg. 13

Active AppealSharjah is an active paradise – whether you’re a participant,

spectator or simply looking to be pampered. pg. 20

Natural WondersSharjah’s unique culture and heritage are mirrored

in the emirate’s rich natural beauty. pg. 17

Sharjah In Pictures 5Readers’ Photographs

Calendar 6

Upcoming Event 9Sharjah Water Festival

News 10

Education 13Success Stories: Ecoventure

Business 15Success Stories: Bee’ah

Leisure 16Natural Wonders

Museums 20Sharjah Desert Park

Heritage & Culture 21Archaeology Tour

Family 22Active Appeal

Shopping 30Real Souvenirs

Dining 31Al Fresco Delights

Listings 32

Useful Numbers 37

Maps 38

Natural Wonders 17

Active AppealA true adventure playground due to the sheer amount of activities on offer.

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Archaeology TourStart at the very beginning, at the earliest point in known history that humans left Africa.

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Desert ParkHighly recommended and will change the way you look at the surrounding desert.

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Open to tourists and residents, the competition aims to capture something of the spirit of Sharjah.

NExT ISSUEArt: Ancient & ModernSend in your photos for the chance to star on these pages in the next issue. The ‘Art’ theme includes modern art, traditional crafts and historical works.

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10-13 DecemberChinese Commodities FairExpo Centre Range of Chinese goods

18-22 DecemberBrandexExpo Centre Consumer goods show

18-22 DecemberExperience IndiaExpo Centre Indian products exhibition

19-22 DecemberDecobuildExpo Centre Industry exhibition

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OCTOBER2-6 OctoberMidEast Watch & JewelleryExpo Centre Regular showcase of the finest watches and jewellery

10-12 OctoberInternational Education ShowExpo Centre Local and global expertise

11-15 OctoberKid Expo & Edutainment ShowExpo Centre Pioneering edutainment

15-17 OctoberGreen Middle EastExpo Centre Environmental solutions

NOVEMBER7-17 NovemberSharjah International Book FairExpo Centre Global publishing event

28 Nov – 1 DecInternational AutomobileShowExpo Centre Industry exhibition

Now in its sixth year, Sharjah Water Festival is an aquatic extravaganza and one of the emirate’s most popular events among local families and visitors alike. www.swf.ae

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JANUARy-FEBRUARySpring PromotionsVarious venues Shopping festival with amazing offers, discounts and entertainment

Cultural exhibitions Children’s shows and activities

7-15 FEBRUARySharjah Light FestivalVarious venues Exceptional and unique, region’s first such event

Light and music spectacular brings architecture to life

Features international artists and show-stopping displays of technical wizardry

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MARCH-APRILSharjah BiennialVarious venues Modern art fair Region’s leading event dictates international artistic conversation

APRIL-MAySharjah Heritage DaysHeritage Area Two week celebration of Sharjah’s cultural heritage

Re-enactments and displays of traditional art, folklore and handicrafts

Attended by dignitaries Visitors flock to Sharjah from around the world

Troops of folkloric performers and parading bands

DECEMBER2 DecemberUAE National DayVarious venues across Sharjah Celebrations for the 41st anniversary of the foundation of the UAE

UAE national colours widely displayed in events and parades across the emirate

Events held at all Sharjah’s towns and cities

6-21 December Sharjah Water FestivalAl Majaz Park, Sharjah Sharjah’s premier all-family,

all-action carnival attraction World-class shows and events F1H20 Powerboat World Championship, Grand Prix of Sharjah on Khalid Lagoon

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Upcoming EventsUpcoming Events

Sharjah Water FestivalThe region’s favourite family festival is a water-themed extravaganza of shows, activities and celebrations.

The Powerboat ChampionshipsThe Grand Prix of Sharjah, the final of the 2012 F1H2O World Championship season is held on 6-7 December. www.f1sharjah.ae

This carnival of an attraction sees more than 200,000 visitors every year for the world-class acts and fun for all the family.

Get ready for aquatic thrills and family fun at the sixth annual Sharjah Water Festival.

6-21 DecemberAl Majaz Parkwww.swf.ae800 80 000

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HIS HIGHNESS SHEIKH DR SULTAN BIN MOHAMMAD AL QASSIMI, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah

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Promoting Artistic, Cultural, Sporting And Social Progress.The Ruler inspires and energises the emirate’s richly cultured society.

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, relished a busy and blessed Ramadan. The Ruler welcomed a great number of well-wishers and received many greetings. On the advent of Eid Al Fitr, His Highness wished the people of the UAE and all Arab and Muslim nations prosperity. He congratulated fellow Supreme Council Members, their Highnesses the Rulers of the Emirates on the occasion. The Ruler also dispatched congratulatory cables to Their Majesties and Highnesses, Kings, Presidents and Emirs of the GCC, Arab and Muslim countries, and wished good health, and prosperity to their peoples.

His Highness has actively promoted the further advancement of the arts in Sharjah by attending galleries and shows, and by investing one million dirhams at a recent exhibition of the Emirates Fine Art Society to continue his support of local artists and local art culture. In his ongoing support of local as

well as Arab and foreign artists, The Ruler has overseen Sharjah’s emergence as the region’s true home of art.

The promotion of artistic endeavours, initiatives and competitions continues and spans both classical and contemporary art forms. The Ruler inaugurated recent exhibitions put on by both the University of Sharjah and the American University of Sharjah. The Sharjah Award for Arab Photo has also recently received further investment and now has a prize fund of Dhs.140,000 for the competition.

His Highness is also an active supporter and generous benefactor of the sporting life. He has offered his full support and attention to the equestrian sports and announced new projects to develop equestrian clubs in the central region, Khorfakkan and Kalba.His absolute support is in recognition of the importance to preserve the sports which are deep rooted in the local culture and heritage.

Hotel Classifications Set To Be RenewedWith the aim of upgrading and improving quality standards and encouraging growth, Sharjah is set to embrace a new hotel classification. In a consultative meeting with leading representatives of the emirate’s 47 hotels and 55 hotel apartments, representing more than 9,000 hotel rooms, the SCTDA Chairman HE Mohamed Ali Al Noman stressed the

Representatives of some of the leading hotels in the emirate attended a ‘Discover Sharjah’ orientation tour that included lectures about Sharjah’s history, culture and tourism sector, as well as visits to the prominent tourist attractions and landmarks across the emirate.

The orientation tour took in a number of museums, art galleries, cultural and historical landmarks and popular tourist attractions and entertainment spots in the emirate.

TOURISM PROFESSIONALS UNDERTAKE A ‘DISCOVER SHARJAH’ ORIENTATION

SCTDA Chairman HE Mohamed Ali Al Noman said that that the campaign was part of efforts to enhance the skills and services of tourism sector staff updating them on the latest projects and developments in the emirate. Al Noman said that SCTDA was committed to promoting Sharjah.

“Thanks to its natural diversity and cultural richness, Sharjah has emerged as one of the favourite tourism destinations in the region.”

importance of cooperation between the Authority and all hotel establishments.

“The hotel industry plays a crucial role in the development of the tourism sector. This is why we have been sparing no effort to support and involve this critical sector in our strategy—from organising meetings and participating in local and international exhibitions to training and organising field trips and sites visits for the hotel industry representatives.”

MOST ACTIVE DESTINATION AWARD FOR SHARJAHSuccess at the high profile Leisure Moscow tourism exhibition for the emirate which is already a favourite of Russian tourists with over 160,000 visiting in the first half of 2012. SCTDA continues active promotion across the CIS region and has recently launched its website in Russian, www.sharjahtourism.ae/ru.

Sharjah Roadshow Visits CIS CountriesSCTDA recently completed a successful roadshow in Russia, Ukraine and Kazakhstan, where the Sharjah delegation met more than 300 representatives of CIS travel and tourism companies.In collaboration with Air Arabia, SCTDA visited the cities of Kazan, Yekaterinburg, Kiev and Almaty to present the latest developments of Sharjah’s tourism sector and the outstanding environment, tourism and heritage projects and high class hotels taking place in the emirate, and the international festivals organized throughout the year.

Sharjah is already prominent in the CIS market with 207,617 Russian tourists visiting in 2011 and Air Arabia running over 30 flights a week to eight different CIS destinations.

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Success Stories: Ecoventure Field Studies CentreEcoventure’s Al Awadi Field Studies Centre provides thousands of young people with a vivid and enjoyable educational experience every year, building awareness of the natural beauty around them.

In the heart of the Sharjah desertscape sits an educational centre founded on the belief that every young person should experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of learning and personal development, whatever their age, ability or circumstances.

The Al Awadi Field Studies Centre is one of three such centres in the UAE run by Ecoventure, a schools-focused outdoor education company that provides experiences that combine education, adventure, environmental awareness and the highest safety standards. The location of the unique, custom-built residential study centre provides easy access to a variety of different habitats, including desert, mangroves, wadis, mountains and the unique coastline of Sharjah.

Whether staying for a single day or up to four, each programme takes in the fauna and flora of the unique habitats of both the mangroves and the desert, and features expert tuition from fully trained and highly knowledgeable and enthusiastic teachers. The numerous field programmes

are suitable for pupils of various ages, from primary school through secondary school and up to the senior level programme, designed for students up to 18 years old.

Each Field Studies and Adventure Camp programme utilises the very latest

equipment and methodologies, and students have access to a dedicated scientific laboratory, equipped with a range of specialised equipment for conducting experiments. Tailor-made study programmes can also be created to cater to the specific requests of a participating school, including wadi, mountain, erosion and urban studies.

The accommodation facilities are equally comprehensive, though students and teachers have the choice of staying in air conditioned dormitories or ‘closer-to-nature’ tents for attendees who fully subscribe to the view that learning experiences outside the classroom are often the most memorable. www.ecoventureme.com +971 4 455 8777

Ecoventure Field Studies Residential study centres Three locations in the UAE Fully-equipped for advanced

educational programmes. www.ecoventureme.com +971 4 455 8777

Participating Artists

Shamma Al AmriZeinab AlHashimiShaikha Al MazrouSharifa HoraizHamdan Buti AlShamsiKhawla Al Marri

Khawla DarwishFarah AlQasimiHind MezainaKhalid Al Banna Alia LootahKhalid Mezaina

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Bee’ah plays a huge part in ensuring the natural beauty and diversity of Sharjah will be preserved for future generations.

One of the greatest of modern challenges is that of caring for the environment. In the UAE, where there has been such dramatic recent growth, the challenge is particularly pressing, and the need to preserve natural resources is acutely felt in Sharjah, due to the great natural beauty and diversity.

Bee’ah was formed in 2007 to assess and address future environmental challenges and ensure that Sharjah is well-placed to meet them. From a staff of just three, the company has grown enormously, now employing more than 2,000 and serving more than a million.

Just one of the company’s bold aims is to divert 100% of the emirate’s waste away from landfills by the end of the first quarter of 2015. Central to

reaching this goal is the ability to recycle trash; the enormous Bee’ah Material Recovery Facility receives more than 800,000 tonnes of waste every year, from which recyclables are segregated and sorted. The plant is the largest facility of its kind in the Middle East and one of the largest in the world, and means that newspapers, magazines, aluminium, steel, paper and plastic are turned into new products, cutting down on the costs and energy needed to create new local products.

Bee’ah takes a holistic view of environmental issues, as a sustainable future cannot be built solely by dealing with waste once it has been produced. In addition to investing in beautification projects and waste collection, management and recycling infrastructure – an enormous amount of effort is put into the education of students, residents and visitors. stressing the three R’s – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. www.beeah-uae.com +971 6 572 9000

Looking for a ride to the skies of Sharjah? Al Qasba’s Etisalat - Eye of the Emirates Ferris Wheel takes you high to the sky in an unforgettable experience to view Sharjah from the top and enjoy the spectacular shows of the nearby Musical Fountain. The 60 meter high ferris wheel o�ers 360-degree aerial views of the nearby lagoons and landscape.

Operating Hours:Summer 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. (until 1a.m. during weekends)Winter 10 a.m. – 12 a.m. (until 1a.m. during weekends)

Enjoy the experience. Be part of it!

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Sharjah’s natural wonders are many and varied. The emirate is unique in having coastline to both the east and the west. In between is a breathtaking diversity of landscapes, providing an enormous variety of ways to get in touch with nature.

Natural Wonders

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Sharjah’s unique culture and heritage are mirrored in the emirate’s rich natural beauty. Diverse, beautiful and fascinating, it includes pristine white beaches and calm lagoons, empty desert, lush mangrove forests and the dramatic Hajar Mountains.

DesertPerhaps the first natural UAE environment many people think of is the desert. Yet almost any visitor will be surprised at the secrets it contains,

Did you Know? Sharjah is unique in having

coastline on both the Arabian Gulf and the Indian Ocean.

The desert interior is home to a rich variety of wildlife.

Through history the desert has been both sandy ocean-bed and lush fertile savannah.

Fossil hunting and snorkelling in Sharjah are both top class.

especially when pointed out by a knowledgeable guide. Many plants and creatures call this apparently inhospitable landscape their home, and can sometimes be spotted, but it’s just as fascinating to learn about those no longer here. Dinosaur age fossils and the archaeological findings at Jebel Faya of the first humans to leave Africa some 135,000 years ago paint thrilling pictures of ancient times. To get even closer to desert dwellers past and present, visit the Sharjah Archaeology Museum, and Sharjah Desert Park, in which are sited the Natural History & Botanical Museums and Arabian Wildlife Centre & Children’s Farm.

OceanThe idyllic East Coast, looking out onto the Gulf of Oman, may only be two hours from the metropolis of Sharjah, yet it is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Between seaside towns such as beautiful Dibba Al Hisn, Khorfakkan and Kalba sit easily

accessible picture-postcard beaches enjoyed by footballers, picnickers and fishermen.

Step off the beach and into the sea, and whether you dive or snorkel, a host of sealife can be viewed in the green-blue waters. Seahorses, whale sharks, turtles and manta rays, together with several wrecks and multicolour corals make dives here memorably spectacular.

The East Coast is ideal for a weekend break; several hotels and motels are situated close to the coast, though camping on the beach is a great way to stay connected to this great outdoors.

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MountainReaching up beyond 2,000 metres at their highest UAE point, the Hajar Mountains are the tallest mountain range in the eastern Arabian peninsula. They are not only dramatic – they are also an important ecoregion, rich in plant life and supporting a number of rare animal species, some of which can only be found within their peaks, wadis and outcrops.

The mountains’ resident flora includes several endemic species. Shrubland at lower elevations gives way to richer plant life and then woodland, including first olive and fig trees and latterly junipers. In the cooler valleys fruit trees can be found.

Reptiles are plentiful here – and a number are unique to the Hajar Mountains. They share this unique landscape with vultures, mountain gazelle and the Arabian tahr, a solitary animal related to the goat family, with distinctive backward-arching horns, reddish-brown hair and a stripe running down its back.

The Hajar Mountains’ unique topography that supports this bounty of flora and fauna also creates weather unlike that typically found in the UAE. Afternoon thunderstorms during the summer and autumn are not uncommon.

West of Dhaid sits Fossil Rock, an appropriately named monolith whose 400 metres climb suddenly out of the sand that surrounds it. Off-roaders enjoy the plentiful challenges

to be found on the way up – as well as the dramatic ramp-like drive down – but some of the greatest pleasures are to found after stepping out of the vehicle. Abundant ancient fossils of marine shells and small sea creatures are waiting to be discovered here – a striking reminder that water covered much of Arabia millions of years ago, and that these surrounding sandy scenes used to lie beneath the ocean.

The great variety of wildlife in Sharjah includes unique species that can, with luck, be seen in the wild.

Sharjah’s Natural WondersExplore the emirate’s breathtaking diversity For comprehensive details of

tour operators, and maps and guides of Sharjah:

visit www.sharjahtourism.ae or see Listings on p.30.

CreekLooking out onto the Indian Ocean, with the Hajar Mountains as a stunning backdrop, the mangrove forest of Khor Kalba contains some of the region’s rarest species and most precious habitat. Kayaking through the oldest Indian Ocean mangrove forests offers an opportunity that is similarly rare – the chance to see the critically endangered white-collared kingfisher and Syke’s Warbler. Khor Kalba is now a unique eco-tourism initiative that incorporates nature reserves, habitat regeneration, historical restorations and visitor facilities.

BeachPopular with walkers, picnickers and photographers, Sharjah’s beaches can be found inside and outside the city. Those on the coasts offer safe, white sand, palm-lined beaches with clear blue seas and gently shelving shores. The Khorfakkan beaches are a pleasant and delightful place to enjoy swimming or barbecuing along the coast

where many rocky outcrops are found. There are also charming sandy beaches and areas allocated for camping.

Sharjah city boasts several beaches, including the very safe Al Khan Beach, which extends all the way from the old village in Al Khan to Al Layyeh power station and is very popular during the weekends and holidays. The favourite spots for sunbathing are Al Khan Beach and Al Mamzar, while the ever-popular Corniche Beach is particularly busy at

weekends. Don’t forget to take precautions against the strong sun, and do remember that dress restrictions apply and so ladies should be suitably clothed.

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Some 135,000 years ago man was sheltering under the rocky ridge of Jebel Faya, just beyond the landmark of Fossil Rock (pictured above). The world would have been a very different place way back then, but you can get a real insight into those and all subsequent peoples at the Sharjah Archaeology Museum.

The museum’s collection includes the recently found stone axe from Jebel Faya that led to the rewriting of the history of man’s earliest excursion from Africa. The museum offers a fantastic overview of the emirate’s story and has a mock-up of an archaeological dig. This helps bring to life a visit to one of their actual archaeological sites dating back 1,000 to 3,000 years, and the museum can advise on visits.

An impressive location to appreciate the more recent history is Khorfakkan. It is

such a natural harbour that it is easy to understand why it has been a draw to people over time and the earliest sites can be found high on the cliffs. The progression from rudimentary ancient settlers to the beginnings of today’s civilisation can then be understood with a visit to one of the East Coast forts, which tell of foreign forces and the nearby Al Bidyah Mosque, the UAE’s oldest mosque, which represents the crucial role of religion.

Start your tour back in time at the very beginning, at the earliest point in known history that humans left Africa

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The perfect place to find out all about Sharjah’s landscapes – and to learn that it is very far from an empty wilderness.

Sharjah Desert Park

Sharjah Desert Park includes: Arabian Wildlife Centre Children’s Farm Natural History Museum Botanical Museum

The majestic Arabian Leopard is one of the rarest of the big cats – and nowhere has done more to save it than Sharjah. You can see these beautiful creatures at the Arabian Wildlife Centre safe in the knowledge that this is a truly world-leading conservation initiative. Adjoining, but with no public access, the Breeding Centre for Endangered Animals drives research to protect all of Arabia’s own precious wildlife.

The wildlife centre itself is thoughtfully designed with the animals in mind and there is an incredible variety to marvel at.

Children can then go on and pet more domesticated animals at the Children’s Farm, perhaps before a picnic in one of the pleasant designated areas.

Further fascinating insight into Sharjah’s natural wonders can be found at the Natural History and Botanical museums which detail the incredible adaptability of plant life and the surprising history of the desert landscapes. It is a highly recommended visit that will change the way you look at the surrounding desert.

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Sharjah’s coasts, many sporting clubs and year-round sunshine make for an active paradise – whether you’re a participant, spectator or simply looking to be pampered.

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Don’t Miss:Sharjah is famed as one of the region’s true adventure playgrounds due to the amount of activities on offer, don’t miss: Off-roading in the desert Snorkelling off the East Coast Kayaking at Khor Kalba on the

East Coast Jetskiing at Al Mamzar Lagoon

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For several months of the year, Sharjah is blessed with weather that’s ideal for outdoor sports and pursuits of all manner. For families that want to stick together for some fun in the sun; for thrill seekers in search of an adrenaline rush; for those looking for fun with friends; Sharjah offers an enormous variety of activities to get the heart racing.

Hit The WaterAppropriately for the only emirate with both east and west coasts, watersports and diving activity options are plentiful in Sharjah; and calm waters, sheltered coves and stunning beaches make them all the more enjoyable. Many of the beach hotels have watersports equipment for hire, including sea kayaks, sailing boats, windsurfing and waterskiing gear. Kayaking is one of the very best ways to explore both the coast and the inshore mangroves at Khor


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Kalba on the East Coast, where being so close to the water offers magically unforgettable possibilities to encounter turtles, crabs and even the extremely rare white-collared kingfisher – a bird only found in Khor Kalba’s mangroves. The clear waters off the East Coast mean that divers stand a very good chance of sighting exotic fish, small sharks, moray eels, sea snakes, barracuda, stingrays and certainly turtles.

For those who like to spend time on the water as well as in or under it, dhow cruises offer the opportunity to see Khalid Lagoon and the city of Sharjah from a different angle. Cruises

Water sports galore make Sharjah a hugely popular destination for tourists. From slow dhows to superfast powerboats there is something for everyone.

on the East Coast provide truly unforgettable vistas, including the steep rocky cliffs of the Musandam peninsula and numerous small fishing villages. These cruises usually include snorkelling gear – or for an even more memorable or literally immersive experience, rent some diving or fishing gear and combine the activities.


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(hosted by Sharjah Wanderers), which boasts two different ranges: 10m, 20m and 30m for beginner and intermediate archers; and 50m, 70m and 90m for experienced and advanced archers. Tuition and equipment hire are offered, and there is an annual open competition held every January or February.

Indoor FunWhen the weather gets really hot the action can continue indoors. With 25m and 50m ranges for indoor pistols, rifles and revolvers, Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club is open to members and non-members all year round. Instruction is

available. Sharjah Ladies Club also has 14 lanes, open to air pistol and air rifle shooters. The driving force behind the creation of the women’s national shooting team, the club is also a luxurious sanctuary of pampering. Target archery can be enjoyed at SGSC’s 20-yard

indoor range, while the Ewan Bowling Centre is open from 09:00 to 22:00 every day. Ice skating can be enjoyed by women and children (boys must be under 9 years old) at Sharjah Ladies Club, or by the whole family at Sky 24 in Al Durrah Tower on Khalid Lagoon.

Go For A RideAt any time of the year, fun of the four-legged variety can be had at Sharjah Equestrian & Racing Club (SERC), which boasts one of the Middle East’s largest indoor riding facilities. Supervised by international trainers, the club offers schooled horses for children and beginners, and pony tours are available for young children.


Listings on p.30 include details of both activities and operators.

Take To The SandsA quintessential UAE experience is that of off-roading in the desert. The best way to safely enjoy drifting up and down the wide expanses of sand is by taking a tour with one of the many reputable desert safari companies operating in the emirate. The sensation of open space is amplified when – depending on the package taken – you stop for tea, or perhaps dinner and entertainment under a blanket of stars.

A Round Of GolfGolf lovers will hope that less sand is in evidence when they play at Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club, the emirate’s first fully grassed course. Designed by Peter Harradine, the par-72 nine-hole course (played twice) is fully floodlit and features challenging bunkers and water hazards. A different challenge is presented by the Sharjah Wanderers Golf Club course, which makes use of the natural topography and comprises nine grassed ‘green’ holes

and nine ‘brown’ holes. Both courses welcome guests.

Take AimThe paintballing park at Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club (SGSC) is rightly regarded

as one of the very best in the wider region. Jungle and desert arenas are filled with trenches, obstacles, hills and bridges – and floodlights mean the 150 players the park can accommodate can stay until 22:00. Targets of a different kind are on offer at Dubai Archers

Sand and grass, desert and parks, Sharjah is famed for both its pristine desert wilderness and its expansive lush parkland – all locations for family fun.

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Relax in Sharjah at one of the many well-equipped and world-class spas and beach clubs.

Watch The SportOf course, sport in Sharjah can be enjoyed not only by participants. Throughout the cooler months of the year a host of sporting events take place that are just as enjoyable to watch.

One of the most traditional events one could observe in the region is a camel race. As with other sports, it has moved with the times, and now the ‘jockeys’ are in fact robots, each controlled by an occupant of one of the many 4WDs following each race. Progress has in no way diminished the atmosphere of the races, which are held at the Sharjah camel racecourse near Al Dhaid.

Horse racing is also close to the hearts of many Emiratis, and meetings are held in Sharjah from November to March. Entry is free. Showjumping and dressage competitions also take place throughout the season, hosted in Sharjah by the Equestrian and Racing Club.

The spectacular noise and drama of powerboating can be experienced on both the east and west coasts of Sharjah. In December, the Sharjah Formula 1 Powerboat Grand Prix takes place on Khalid Lagoon, while in March the Nations Cup sees the 225km/h (130mph) boats hammer around the buoyed course at Khorfakkan.

Cricket and football remain as popular as ever across the UAE, and Sharjah is no exception. Several of the emirate’s football clubs play in the country’s Premier League, whose sporting fixtures are always full of atmosphere. Atmosphere is also in plentiful supply at the emirate’s 27,000-capacity Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, which plays host to international matches featuring many of the world’s top teams, including UAE-based Pakistan and guest ‘home’ team Afghanistan. Many local competitions are held at Al Dhaid Cricket Village, which has also hosted the Bangladesh Twenty20 League.

Just RelaxIf you’ve overdone it enjoying one or more of the many activities on offer, try some indulgence of a more soothing kind. Sharjah’s many beach resorts provide access (for guests and paying visitors) to myriad pristine beaches and pampering facilities, while associated and standalone spas offer relief from aching muscles and sporting injuries; access to saunas, pools and Jacuzzis; a multitude of therapies and treatments; as well as body peels, manicures, pedicures, mother-to-be packages, body peels, aromatherapy and traditional and homeopathic treatments.

“Camel riding and racing are the most traditional of activities in the region. As with other sports, camel racing has moved with the times, and now the ‘jockeys’ are in fact robots, but progress has in no way diminished the atmosphere of the races, which are held at the Sharjah camel racecourse near Al Dhaid.”

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The beautiful and buzzing hubs of Al Majaz Waterfront and Al Qasba represent vibrant modern Sharjah, and host amazing dining and entertainment options. These are both magnetic hubs whether you come to eat or to simply wander by. With glittering collections of international restaurants and a dizzying array of cafes and ice cream parlours it is actually practically impossible

to not eat something when you pass by either of these.

Dining is only one part of the appeal. Both locations host regular shows, festivals and markets – and also have their own permanent attractions. Al Qasba is famed for its 60m high Eye of the Emirates ferris wheel and children’s play areas. Meanwhile Al Majaz Waterfront is home to the incredible Sharjah’s Musical Fountain

The shiny new Al Majaz Waterfront development features an amphitheatre of international restaurants.

which erupts in multicoloured dancing displays. It also boasts state-of-the-art playgrounds for children, including a waterplay one and an indoor one.

There is both plentiful parking and a ready supply of taxis at both venues – or you can take advantage of available boat trips.

Al Majaz Waterfront and Al Qasba are both sensational, world-class venues for dining, cafe-going and promenading.

Al Fresco DelightsSharjah is rightly renowned as an unbeatable shopping hotspot for truly authentic Arabian souvenirs.

Real Souvenirs

Central Souk, on Khalid Lagoon, is one of the city’s most famous landmarks.

Souk Al Arsah can be found in the Heritage Area

With an array of atmospheric souks, Sharjah is proud of its authenticity. These souks are great places to head to for real souvenirs. As well as being able to buy traditional items such as carpets, textiles, jewellery, lanterns and antique trinkets, the atmosphere of the souks themselves will be a lasting memory of your time in Sharjah.

The largest and most famous is the vast Central Souk, which is also known as Blue Souk due to its colourful tiled roof. It is huge and is shaped like two grand railway stations, connected by pedestrian bridges. This is a famous hub for the region’s best carpet dealers, antique specialists and jewellers. Storekeepers are genuinely experts in their field and you should take up their offers to share a pot of tea so that you can benefit from their expertise – and build up a relationship to help you barter to a better price. The carpet sellers are on the first

floor, while on the ground floor skilled jewellers can be found who will tailor-make items upon instruction.

This personal service extends throughout all the souks and engaging in conversation often leads to successful shopping experiences. Over at Souk Al Arsah, the oldest market place in the UAE, the atmosphere is even headier. This is much smaller and has been renovated to its original splendour, with

the subtle but welcome addition of air-conditioning and modern facilities. Head here for textiles, spices and a great little cafe.

Traders have been gathering here to eat, drink, gossip and shop for generations. Be sure to join them at the souk’s cafe before or after shopping. The textiles are a speciality and each, apparently small, stall is crammed floor to ceiling with an incredible variety which will quickly be unfurled to wow you. Be wowed and happily.


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University CityImpressive architecture and educational excellence.Nr. Sharjah International Airport

Sharjah National ParkThere are numerous wonderful parks across the emirate. National Park is the largest and is great for all the family.

City Beaches Sharjah city’s beaches are popular with picnickers. For swimming and watersports head to any of the hotel beaches. Over on the East Coast try the long beaches at Kalba and Khor Fakkan.

Big Red (Desert Dune)Hire a dune buggy at this huge red dune west of Al Madam. Fossil Rock (west of Al Dhaid) is another spot to explore the incredible desert landscape. Al Dhaid and Al Madam are charming inland towns to visit.

East CoastIdyllic land of rugged mountains overlooking golden beaches and clear blue seasDibba Al Hisn, Khor Fakkan, Kalba (East Coast)

AttractionsWith more than 20 museums and attractions for all ages and interests, Sharjah is renowned as the region’s cultural capital.For further details, please call: 800 80 000 or visit www.sharjahtourism.ae andwww.sharjahmuseums.ae.

ART GALLERIESMaraya Art Centre06 556 6555www.maraya.aeAl Qasba

Sharjah Art FoundationBusy calendar of exhibitions includes the Sharjah Biennial.06 568 5050www.sharjahart.org

Sharjah Art Museum 06 568 8222Arts Area

Sharjah Calligraphy Museum06 569 4561 Heritage Area HERITAGE SITESBait Al Naboodah06 568 1738Heritage Area

Bait Khalid Bin Ibrahim06 568 0606Heritage Area

Majlis Al Midfaa06 568 1738 Heritage Area

Dibba FortDibba Al Hisn (East Coast)

Kalba Fort & Museum 09 277 4442Corniche Road, Kalba (East Coast)Khor Fakkan

Heritage AreaCorniche, Khor Fakkan (East Coast)

MUSEUMSAl Eslah School Museum06 568 4114Heritage Area

Al Mahatta MuseumAviation museum06 573 3079Nr. Al Mahatta Park

Archaeology Museum06 566 5466www.archaeologymuseum.aeNr. Cultural Square

Classic Cars Museum06 558 0058Nr. Sharjah International Airport

Heritage Museum06 558 0006Heritage Area

Dr Sultan Al Qassimi

Centre Of Gulf StudiesImportant historical collection of maps, documents and images. 06 558 5855www.dsqc.aeUniversity City

Maritime MuseumInsight into how the sea has shaped the region’s history.06 522 2002Al Khan

Natural History & Botanical Museums06 531 1411Sharjah Desert Park, Al Dhaid Road

Science Museum06 566 8777Nr. Cultural Square

HIGHLIGHTS Al Awadi Field Study CentreAdventure tours and campsite.050 398 9354www.ecoventureme.com10km west of Al Dhaid

Arabian Wildlife Centre & Children’s Farm06 531 1999/1127Sharjah Desert Park, Sharjah-Al Dhaid Road

Discovery CentreInteractive scientific attraction for all the family06 558 6577Nr. Sharjah International Airport

Libraries06 516 6888 www.shjlib.gov.ae

Sharjah Aquarium06 528 5288www.sharjahaquarium.aeAl Khan

LANDMARKS

Al Majaz WaterfrontThe city’s newest attraction is a stunning hub of world-class dining, family-friendly facilities and performing fountains.06 552 1552www.almajaz.ae

Central SoukCentral Souk is the star shopping attraction, but there are a great many other souks throughout the emirate that are enthralling and absorbing destinations in their own right. See Souk Al Arsah, Souk Saqr, Souk Al Bahar, Fish Souk, Fruit & Veg Souk, Plant & Pot Souk.

Ittihad SquareNext to the Central Souk, this pleasant landscaped area is dominated by the Union Monument with seven oysters (representing the seven emirates) supporting a cental pillar crowned with a vast gold pearl.

Al Noor Mosque TourAn icon of Sharjah, this is the emirate’s first mosque to be opened to non-Muslims with guided tours that include a short film and question and answer session. 06 548 2211www.shjculture.com

Khalid LagoonThe lagoon is at the heart of Sharjah life. Boat cruises and walking the corniche are popular. Khan Lagoon is connected by the Al Qasba canal and at Al Mamzar Lagoon jetskis can be hired.

Cultural Square Dominated by an inspiring sculpture of the Holy Quran the square is surrounded by majestic architecture.

Museum Of Islamic Civilization World-class collection that inspires, educates and entertains all ages of visitor.06 565 5455 www.islamicmuseum.aeSharjah Creek

EVENTSSharjah is known as the emirate of festivals and hosts an array of exciting events. don’t miss February’s Light Festival or December’s Water Festival.www.sharjahtourism.ae

Kalba Creek (Khor Kalba)Tidal creek and Arabia’s oldest mangrove forest, this is a crucial conservation area for endangered species of birds and turtles.Kalba (East Coast)

SPECTATOR SPORTSCamel RacingRaces take place in the winter months on Thursday and Friday mornings from 07:00Nr. Al Dhaid

FootballFootball in the UAE is exciting and there are several clubs across Sharjah emiratewww.uaefa.com

Horse Racing & Showjumping06 531 1155www.serc.aeExit 6, Sharjah-Al Dhaid Road

PowerboatingFormula 1 powerboat racing comes to Sharjah every year at December’s Grand Prix and March’s Nations Cup.www.f1h2o.com

Al QasbaCanalside dining, shopping and entertainment hub features the 60m high Eye Of The Emirates ferris wheel.06 556 0777www.alqasba.ae


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LeisureThere is so much to see and do in Sharjah no matter whether you want to be active, adventurous or just kick back and relax. For full details on any of these activities, please call: 800 80 000 or visit www.sharjahtourism.ae andwww.sharjahmuseums.ae.

AMUSEMENTSAdventureland06 531 6363www.saharacentre.comSahara Centre

Antic’s Land06 574 6699www.sharjahmegamall.comSharjah Mega Mall

Magic Planet06 539 6903www.sharjahcitycentre.comSharjah City Centre

Sky 2406 556 0005Al Durrah Tower

Space City06 531 9933www.safeermall.comSafeer Mall

Treasure Island06 556 4666www.alfardancenter.comAl Fardan Center

ARCHERySharjah Golf & Shooting Club06 548 7777 www.golfandshootingshj.comEmirates Road

Sharjah Wanderers06 558 6239www.sharjahwanderers.comSamnan, Sharjah

BOWLINGEwan Hotel06 528 0111www.ewanhotel.ae

Radisson Blu Resort06 565 7777www.radissonblu.com

Sky 2406 556 0005Al Durrah Tower

CINEMAGrand Buhaira06 556 3300Corniche Al Buhaira

Grand Megamall06 575 1888www.sharjahmegamall.comSharjah Mega Mall

Grand Sahara06 531 6500www.saharacentre.comSahara Centre

Star Cineplex06 532 7555Behind Al Wahda Road

Masrah Al Qasba300–seat auditorium, English and Arabic theatre and cinema06 556 6555www.alqasba.ae

DIVING7 Seas Divers (PADI)09 238 7400www.7seasdivers.comKhorfakkan (East Coast)

Divers Down (PADI)09 237 0299www.diversdown-uae.comKhor Fakkan (East Coast)

Emirates Diving (PADI)06 565 5990

Nomad Ocean Adventures (PADI)050 885 3238www.discovernomad.comDibba (East Coast)

Sharjah Wanderers Dive Club (BSAC)06 566 2105www.sharjahwanderers.com

FISHING & WATERSPORTS Noukhada Adventure Tours050 721 8928www.noukhada.ae

Ocean Adventures06 568 0886www.oceanadventuresuae.com

Sunset Fishing09 238 5111

GOLFSharjah Wanderers Golf Club06 558 6239www.sharjahwanderers.comSamnan, Sharjah

Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club06 548 7777 www.golfandshootingshj.comEmirates Road

HORSE RIDINGSharjah Equestrian & Racing Club06 531 1155www.forsanuae.org.aeExit 6, Sharjah-Al Dhaid Road

ICE SKATINGSky 2406 556 0005Al Durrah Tower

Sharjah Ladies Club06 506 7777 www.slc.aeCorniche Road

PAINTBALLING & SHOOTINGSharjah Golf & Shooting Club050 203 2288, 06 538 3224www.golfandshootingshj.comEmirates Road

Sharjah Ladies ClubShooting – Ladies Only06 506 7777 www.slc.aeCorniche Road

Sharjah Golf & Shooting ClubFamed as one of the region’s top destinations for golf, shooting, paintball and archery with outstanding facilities including onsite restaurant and cafe.06 548 7777, 06 538 3224 www.golfandshootingshj.com

Sharjah Ladies ClubThe club is a luxurious five-star setup with a private beach and extravagant facilities that include restaurant, spa, shooting range and ice rink. 06 506 7777 www.slc.aeCorniche Road, Sharjah

SPAS & SALONSAmouage06 528 4888Sharjah

Bay Club Spa06 565 7777www.radissonblu.comRadisson Blu Hotel

Cleopatra’s Boutique SpaWomen’s Spa06 548 7777 www.golfandshootingshj.comSharjah Golf & Shooting Club

Men’s Spa06 593 8822 www.sharjah.gov.aeSharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry

CosmesurgeSurgery Clinic 06 524 5444 Sharjah

Dalouk SpaLadies Only06 506 7777www.slc.aeSharjah Ladies Club

Exotic Island Spa06 528 5000www.loulouabeach.comLou Lou’a Beach Resort

Orchid Beauty Boutique06 506 7777www.slc.aeSharjah Ladies Club

NStyle Nail LoungeMatajer Al Mirgab06 521 4873 Matajer Al Juraina06 545 8420 www.nstyleintl.com

N Villa Spa06 523 4884www.nvilla.aeAl Fisht Corniche, Sharjah


KayakingA kayak tour of Kalba Creek on the East Coast is guaranteed to be a highlight of any trip – and you may spot one of the world’s rarest birds. www.noukhada.ae

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ShoppingAn incredible array of traditional markets, restored souks, independent shops and modern malls mean there’s something to suit every pocket in Sharjah. The emirate is particularly renowned for the quality and value of its authentic Arabian souvenirs, from textiles to jewellery, and its craftsmen, who are happy to make bespoke items.

AREAS, MALLS & STORESAl LuluDepartment store and supermarket with three branches in Sharjah06 565 1133, Rolla06 536 7777, Al Nahda 06 533 2220, Al Wahdawww.luluhypermarket.com

Al QasbaDiverse and exciting shopping destination includes AKS Heritage Photo Studio, Banayas Trading Jewellery, Book Mall, Dubai Garden Centre, Extra Extra Mini Mart, Knowledge Hub, Maison De Style 06 556 0777www.alqasba.ae Al Qasba

Al Khaleej CentreSpinneys, food court06 577 7666Al Taawun Road, Al Mamzar

Ansar MallFull service mall with shopping and dining options. 06 531 3339www.ansarmall.aeAl Nahda

EmaxOver 100,000 electronic products06 555 1112King Faisal Road, Al Majaz

MatajerCarrefour Market, Beauty Salons, Bank, Opticians, Cafes and Restaurants.06 597 2700www.mymatajer.aeAl Quoz, Al Juraina, Al Khan & Al Mighab

Sahara CentreFun, food and fashion with over 158 popular brand name stores and services. Adventureland, Debenhams, Grand Cinemas, Home Centre, Marina Exotic Home Interiors, Spinneys, Toys ‘R’ Us 06 531 6611www.saharacentre.comAl Ittihad Road

Safeer MallHypermarket, Sharaf DG, Splash, Shoemart, Max, Red Tag, Fitness First, Space City leisure zone and food court. 06 531 3366www.safeermall.comAl Nahda

Sharjah Mega MallInternational brands and entertainment venues including Grand Stores, Paris Gallery, Zara, Mango, Promod, Bhs, La Senza, Antic’s Land06 574 2574www.sharjahmegamall.comImmigration Road, Bu Danig

OTHER SHOPPING PLACESThere are many independent stores and malls throughout the emirate. The major tourist attractions all have very good gift shops. There are also specialist areas for carpets, jewellery, tailoring, textiles, etc. 800 80 000

SOUKSSouks and markets all across the emirate are great places to soak up the traditional atmosphere and to pick up a bargain.

Fish, Fruit & Veg SouksThe freshest fish, fruit, vegetables and meat produceBuhaira Corniche, near Central Souk, SharjahAt East Coast fishing harbours of Dibba Al Hisn, Khor Fakkan and Kalba.

Plant & Pot SoukThe ceramics here make great souvenirs.Khalid Lagoon

Souk Al ArsahThe oldest marketplace in the UAE and an essential tourist destinationHeritage Area

Central SoukIconic and impressive shopping destination, particularly for jewellery, carpets and authentic Arabian souvenirs.Khalid Lagoon

Useful NumbersThe international dialling code for Sharjah is +971. The local time zone is UTC+4.

EMERGENCyAmbulance 998/999

Traffic Emergency 06 563 4444

Police/Fire 999

Police Headquarters 06 563 3333

HOSPITALSAl Kuwaiti Hospital 06 524 2111

Al Qassimi Hospital 06 538 6444

Al Zahra Private Hospital 06 561 9999

Central Private Hospital 06 563 9900

Royal Hospital06 545 2222

Zulekha Private Hospital 06 565 8866

TRANSPORTGeneral Directorate of Sharjah Transport 06 562 4444

Buses 600 522 282

Sharjah Transport Customer Service 7000 6 7000www.stc.gov.ae

AIRPORTAir Arabia 06 558 0000

Sharjah Airport06 558 1111www.sharjahairport.ae

TAxITaxi Booking 600 54 54 55

Citi Taxi 06 533 4444

Emirates Taxi 06 539 6666

Sharjah Taxi 06 568 8444

Union Taxi 06 532 5555

INFORMATIONDirectory Enquiries 181

Information Services700 017 000

Sharjah Call Centre800 80 000

Speaking Clock141

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Sharjah City CentreModern destination shopping mall with international brands and entertainment venues including Carrefour, Babyshop, H&M, Monsoon, Mothercare, New Look, Sun & Sand Sports, Magic Planet06 532 7700www.sharjahcitycentre.com

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Restaurants & CafesThere are international restaurants and cafes throughout the emirate.Al Qasba and Al Majaz Waterfront are particular hubs with events and entertainments onsite to complement the dining options.www.alqasba.aewww.almajaz.ae

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