Sharjah, the third largest emirate of the UAE, occupies a total area of 2,590 sq km. It stretches over 16 km of the Gulf coastline and for more than 80 km into the interior. It is the only emirate to have land on both, the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Kalba, Khor Fakkan and Dibba al-Husn are three territories belonging to Sharjah situated on the east coast, bordering the Gulf of Oman. The total area of Sharjah is equivalent to 3.3% of the country's total area, excluding the islands. His Highness, Sheikh Dr. Sultan al-Qasimi, is the Member of the Supreme Council of the UAE and ruler of Sharjah.
The capital city of Sharjah contains the main administrative and commercial centers. The city features Sharjah International Airport and Port Khalid to have easy connectivity with the outside world. The massive land area of Sharjah is also lined with some important oases of the region. The most famous oasis is Dhaid, which has a fertile agricultural land where a wide range of vegetables and fruits are cultivated. Khor Fakkan provides Sharjah with a major east coast port. In 1998, Sharjah was named as the Cultural Capital of the Arab World by UNESCO for its commitment towards the preservation and development of its cultural entity.
 Sharjah has some interesting events of its own, distinct and rooted to it’s rich culture. Be it Sharjah Summer Promotion or Spring Promotion they have an intrinsic charm of their own. Apart from shopping fairs, it also hosts some interesting cultural programmes as well. The emirate is no longer content with offering it's guest and...more » |
 Sharjah like Dubai has a lot to offer in terms of shopping and entertainment. It has all the ingredients to draw the tourists like bees to honey with world class hotels, shopping outlets, lush surroundings and an efficient transport system. Apart from swanky and upmarket shopping plazas, it has an array of traditional souk offering... more » |
 Sharjah is slowly coming out of the shadows of it’s powerful counterparts like Dubai especially in real estate sector. But unlike Dubai, it has not opened it’s property sector to foreign nationals. Though it is contemplating upon extending the segment to non-GCC Arabs as well. As of now only GCC national can own properties in Sharjah... more » |
 Sharjah has a historical significance of its own. The emirate is a perfect mix of commerce and culture, providing a home for business and tourism, while preserving its traditional heritage. In the year 1998 the city was designated by UNESCO as the cultural capital of the Arab world for its commitment to art, culture. Sharjah City, a bustling administrative and... more » |
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