Sharjah Tourism:
From our Hotel walk able distance tourist places such as Saudi
Masque,Crystal Tower, Children's park, Gold center and Old Souk.
Sharjah is the third largest of the seven states, which form the United Arab Emirates. The settlement of Sharjah dates back some 6,000 years when it is believed to have been called Sarcoa. The population was small and people relied on trade and sea faring in addition to, farming, hunting, fishing and pearling. Many of the early settlements were based around the 'falaj', a man made underground watercourse.
Arts, Culture and Heritage: Renowned throughout the Arab world for its commitment to art, culture and preserving the local heritage, this emirate is the place to visit to explore, experience and discover the secrets of a unique Arabian lifestyle and Islamic culture. Sharjah offers an impressive array of over twenty museums several art galleries and beautifully restored heritage areas.
Museums: In Sharjah, a museum is a reservoir of man's past inherited experience to nurture the ambitions of the present and next generation. It is a place where the entire family can visit and enjoy together the pride of the traditional past, to have fun and education through interactive hands-on exhibits. To develop a future scientific profession and an analytical way of thinking. Sharjah Museums have something to offer everyone.
Blue Souk: Sharjah's most famous souk was constructed in 1979, a landmark with its design and popularity. Maintained by the Sharjah Municipality, the 600 assorted shops gives you better bargains for goods ranging from gold and precious stones to garments to perfumes and cosmetics. Located at Al Majaz, close to Khalid Lagoon.
Business: The Government of Sharjah provides basic infrastructure facilities and high quality services to improve industrial activities. It has established special industrial zones to the west of the city with an area of more than 40 sq.km. This area is divided into 16 subdivisions, each specializing in a certain industry. All zones are connected through a modern network of roads that link them to the seaports and airports of the Emirate
Education:
The first properly organized school was established in Sharjah in the 1950's. The old school building still exists today and is located in the Heritage area next to Souk Al Arsah. Excellent multinational nursery, primary, secondary and undergraduate education exists in Sharjah. Since 1997, state-of-the-art Universities have opened such as Skyline College and the American University of Sharjah. The federal education ministry takes its responsibilities towards private schooling very seriously and schools are inspected on a regular basis to help maintain high quality of education.
Visas: Citizens of Arab Gulf Co-operation Council (AGCC) member states do not require visas to enter the UAE. AGCC expatriate residents who meet the requirements can obtain a non-renewable 30-day visa upon arrival at the approved ports of entry.
Citizens of UK , France, Italy, Germany, Holland, Belgium, Luxemburg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Cyprus, Finland, Malta, Spain, Monaco, Vatican City, Iceland, Andorra, San Marino, Liechtenstein, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Brunei, Singapore, South Korea, Malaysia, Hong Kong and UK Overseas Passport holders born in China or Hong Kong are granted a visit visa on arrival in the UAE. The visa is valid for 60 days and may be renewed once for a period of 30 days only. There is no cost for the visa on entry and renewal costs of Dh 500.
Entertainment:
For adventure seekers there is ample scope in watersports. Trekkers can hit straight for the rugged mountains, and fresh water streams of Khor Fakkan on the east coast or still go into the interiors of this spread out emirate spending some time in a lovely village oasis. And if that's not enough, you can either relax on an unspoilt beach, or simply take a quiet stroll through one of the many outstanding public parks. The options are varied and full of fun. Sharjah is also home to some of the largest malls in the UAE and one of these would be the Sharjah Mega Mall