SHARJAH
The Emirate of Sharjah is located along the coast of the Arabian Gulf extending over a distance of approximately 16 km long and extending into the interior for a distance exceeding 80 km The three parts of Sharjah lying on the Gulf of Oman are: Kalba Khor Fakkan and Dibba El-Husn The Emirate has an area of 2590 Sqkm which is equivalent to 3.3% of the country's total area excluding the islands The population of the emirate is 402792 persons in 1995

The city of Sharjah is the capital of the emirate overlooking the Arabian Gulf It comprises the Ruler's office government departments companies banks and hotels Distinctive land marks of the city are the commercial markets built along the lines of the Islamic design like Al Jazeira Fun Park and Al Bouheira Corniche the city is also famous for the large number of mosque it has Two other important achievements are the Sharjah International Airport and Khalid Seaport
Sharjah Emirate also encompasses some oasis that are scattered to the interior the most known of which is Dhayd area with very rich and fertile soil which produces large quantities of vegetables and agricultural products On the eastern region along the Gulf of Oman there is the city of Khor Fakkan having the main port for the eastern region The other two island s that belong to Sharjah Emirate are Abu Mousa and Sayeer Bou Naa'eer


A Tourist Destination - Since 1932

Sharjah's special strategic location at the centre of Emirates has made Sharjah a leader in serving international traffic for the last 65 years Sprawling across the beaches of the Gulf of Oman extending over a vast area a valleys and mountains - international flights were operating out of Sharjah's historic airport ( soon to be made a museum) long before oil was discovered in the UAE Sharjah city is surrounded with a number of waterfront hotels lakefront properties apartment buildings restaurants and outstanding parks- all of which make Sharjah a tourist attraction for people from all over the world


Traditional hospitality and memorable shopping

Sharjah is a blend of the old and the new where east and west meet with a magical confluence which is at once sophisticated and exotic Modern hotels jostle for space with quaint mosques and department stores vie with traditional souqs to form the modern city of Sharjah
Famous for its hospitality and blend of past with present the Blue Souq is a destination that no tourist in the Northern Emirates fails to enjoy for a unique shopping experience
Nearly every tourist takes home a piece of memorabilia a fine carpet finely worked brass and copper utensils or exquisitely finished brass inlaid wooden furniture and items from Sharjah's famous souqs- a trip that has to be made


Sharjah - UNESCO'S CHOICE AS CULTURAL CAPITAL OF THE ARAB WORLD

Rising majestically the cultural and educational landmarks that cover the Emirate give a clear picture of a modern city that has kept traditional values alive Sharjah was chosen by UNESCO cultural capital of the Arab world for a very good reason: Sharjah has consistently dedicated its resources to establishing an enviable life style for its citizens with solid values at the very core of all future planning
Sharjah hosts 9 world class museums including the outstanding new Sharjah Art Museum home of the significant Orientalist art collection with unique pieces of art of historical significance

The Science Museum and Children's Learning Centre are a must for families as is the Natural History Museum and Zoo The Archaeology Museum houses ancient artifacts in and outstanding setting as does the Islamic Museum
Fine cultural centres offering film festivals public lecture series public welfare institutions 5 colleges and universities in addition to more than 150 public and private schools are all part of the living landscape in Sharjah
The new Higher College of Technology the first full curricula American University in the region training centres schools and outlets for the handicapped sports fields and dedicated clubs for women all make Sharjah a haven of culture backed by a dynamic modern infrastructure
Sharjah is a beautiful modern city - friendly safe and secure with an offshore tax base excellent infrastructure and outstanding services