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Sharjah
Hotels
Sharjah, the third biggest Emirate, is a peaceful
city lying by the Arabian Gulf. It is bounded by Ajman
from the north and Dubai from the south. In 1998,
Sharjah was elected as the Cultural Capital of the Arab
World by the UNESCO for its continuous developments in
arts, education and culture. Besides cultural
attractions, Sharjah features a number of parks,
lagoons, shopping malls and clubs to provide a complete
tasteful experience
Qanat
Al Qasba
Al
Qasba is manmade canal linking Khaled and Mamzar Lagoons
together. It has evolved as a perfect community location
for residents and tourists, featuring:
- a 300-seat
theatre
- 60m-high rotating cabins (Eye of the
Emirates)
- unique architectural taste
- a number
of multi-national restaurants and outlets serving
Arabic, Persian, Italian, Moroccan and Portuguese
cuisines.
It has grown to be a focal point of
culture-based entertainment in Sharjah, inviting the
world to experience the Arab heritage at its
finest.
Sharjah Desert
Park
Opened in 1995,
Sharjah Desert Park gained immediate popularity because
of its unique way in exhibiting local habitats, plant
and animal life, geology and marine life.
It
includes the Natural History museum, the Children's
farm, the Arabian Wildlife Centre and an off-limits
Breeding Centre for Endangered Arabian
Animals
Sharjah
Golf and Shooting Club
Located
in the suburbs (next to the University City), this place
is an easy-to-reach getaway for those who want to escape
the city life and work out.
It provides first class
facilities for Golf, Clay Pigeon, rifle and Pistol
shooting. It is also complimented by the Sensi
restaurant, a fully equipped gymnasium, hairdresser,
pool, tennis courts and basketball court.
The
Heritage and Arts Area
On the
opposite side of Burj Avenue is the Heritage area,
devoted to local markets, meeting places and small
museums.
The Arts area is within walking distance,
consisting of five architecturally acclaimed heritage
buildings and a mosque dating back to the end of the
eighteenth century.
Here you will find Sharjah Art
Museum, Sharjah Art Centre, Sharjah Art Galleries,
Emirates Fine Arts Society and the Very Special Art
Centre.
Sahara
Center is one of Sharjah’s Landmarks and
the UAE’s complete family shopping and entertainment
destination. Sahara boosts a unique and highly
attractive mix of Anchor Tenants renowned International
Brands and finest regional stores and
kiosks.
The Central Market (Blue
Souq) is
the biggest of Sharjah markets, built according to
Islamic design. Its location on the famous Khaled Lagoon
enhances its beauty and magnificence.
The market
comprises of two wings connected with tunnels - like
overhead bridges. One wing is designated for all kinds
of goods, gifts and electronics, while the other is
designated for a series of gold, gems and jewelry
shops
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