Tourist places in Sharjah, Ajman and um Al Quwain: the hidden jewels of the Emirates

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The UAE consists of seven emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, um Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah. The largest emirate of them is Abu Dhabi, so it was chosen to be the capital because it is the largest area, and for Dubai it is the largest economic output in the UAE so it has its own and global fame. Most visitors to the UAE know a lot about emirates and cities such as Sharjah, Ajman and um Al Quwain, although these cities are very beautiful and have plenty of places to visit in particular. Therefore, we show you the most important tourist places in Sharjah, Ajman and um Al Quwain that can be easily visited to spend only one day in each of them.

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  • The United Arab Emirates is made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi being the capital due to its size and Dubai recognized globally for its economic strength.
  • Sharjah, located centrally along the Arabian Gulf, is rich in cultural and family-oriented tourist destinations like Al Qasba, the Grand Mosque, and Al Fisht Beach.
  • Al Qasba in Sharjah, a popular cultural and recreational hub, features a canal, parks for children, malls, and jogging areas.
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  • Ajman, the smallest emirate by area but economically significant, offers attractions like the historic Masfoot Castle and the biodiversity-rich Al Zorah Nature Reserve.
  • Saleh Market in Ajman blends tradition and modern commerce, stretching from the Ajman Museum to the Corniche with many retail shops.
  • Umm Al Quwain, the quietest and least populated emirate, is ideal for serene getaways with attractions like the zoo, heritage village, and Sheikh Zayed Park.
  • Each of these emirates—Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain—boasts stunning beaches, cultural heritage spots, and family-friendly parks, making them great for day trips.

Tourist places in Sharjah

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The Emirate of Sharjah overlooks the coast of the Arabian Gulf, where it is located in the middle of the UAE, with an area of 2,590 square kilometers, which constitutes about 3.3% of the total area of the Emirates, with a population of approximately 2.3 million people. It is characterized by its beaches and a number of picturesque tourist places, and is considered the third most famous of the seven emirates, where Sharjah is mainly interested in culture and heritage, and this gives it a very great value for those who appreciate these things, with many tourist places designed for the whole family there.

Al Qasba

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Al Qasba is one of the best tourist places in Sharjah, a canal connecting Khalid Lake and Khan Lagoon. The area was inaugurated in 2000 by His Highness Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi. It is considered the most important cultural and recreational places here, where you can find places for children to play and an amusement park, and usually the people of the city practice jogging there on the shores of the lake and the canal. Shopaholics The place there contains a lot of malls and shops.

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Sharjah Grand Mosque

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For lovers of Islamic heritage, this mosque is one of the most beautiful mosques in the UAE designed in a modern style. It includes a lot of woodworking arts, sculpture and Arabic calligraphy in its designs, making it represent the entire Islamic identity of the UAE. The Grand Mosque of Sharjah has 81 domes and minarets up to 75 meters above the ground. The mosque is an architectural masterpiece and its square is very spacious, which makes one feel comfortable and serene once you get there, admission is free.

Al Fisht Public Beach

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One of the most beautiful free beaches in Sharjah, is Al Fisht Beach where white sand and palms are on the beach, you can stroll there completely free of charge without paying any money, you can buy drinks from any nearby supermarket and enjoy the Gulf Sea and shallow waters. There are plenty of free hammocks on the beach, as well as green gardens nearby.

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Tourist places in Ajman

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Ajman is the smallest emirate in terms of area, but the third largest economy among the seven emirates after Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and this shows how valuable this emirate is very important. Ajman is known for its ancient heritage, as it contains an eighteenth-century castle, which has been converted into a museum that displays many important artifacts in the history of the UAE. With a population of almost half a million, Ajman also has the largest ship repair workshop in the UAE, and has a coastline stretching for more than 30 km on the Arabian Gulf. Here are the most important tourist places in Ajman.

Al Zorah Nature Reserve

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On an area of up to one million square meters, Al Zorah Reserve preserves marine life and birds in an integrated ecosystem aimed at a balanced life, the reserve contains a large number of mangroves and more than 58 species of beautiful seabirds such as herons and herons. Also protected has an 18-hole golf course and a rowing club.

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Masfoot Castle

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Masfoot Fort is one of the historical castles that was established in the nineteenth century on the top of a mountain with the aim of preventing bandits from attacking the Sultanate of Oman, which is located on the borders of the emirate, it was restored in 1940 but is far from the center of Ajman city about 120 kilometers southeast of the city.

Saleh Market

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This market is a wonderful mixture between the present and the past, it is a street or road that extends from the Ajman Museum area to the Corniche. It is a commercial route with a lot of shops selling almost everything.

Tourist places in um Al Quwain

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Many have not heard the name of um Al Quwain and do not know where it is located, but it is one of the seven quietest emirates, with not many clubs or luxury hotels. Life there is closer to a quiet life, there is no hustle, not a lot of commercial buildings or factories. Gardens are everywhere there. It is considered the least populous of the seven emirates. It is characterized by its beautiful beaches overlooking the Gulf Sea. There are many distinctive tourist places to visit such as the zoo, the heritage village and Sheikh Zayed Park. The best time to visit the Emirate of um Al Quwain is from October to April away from the summer months because it is very hot in the summer there.

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Conclusion

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If you like tourist places in Sharjah, Ajman or um Al Quwain, you will find many, many more. All these emirates are coastal and contain very wonderful beaches, a lot of zoos, museums, parks and grand gardens, and this is what makes visiting the UAE enjoyable anytime and anywhere.

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