Sharjah, Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Museum · Modern UAE · 20th Century
The Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization is a museum in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The museum, opened in 2008, covers Islamic culture, with more than 5,000 artifacts from the Islamic world. It is located in the historical heart of Sharjah on the Majarrah Waterfront. The building was originally a traditional indoor souq.
Construction: 1987 (As Souq) – 2008 (As Museum)
Founder: Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi
Significance: A major cultural institution housing over 5,000 Islamic artifacts.
- 2008: Opened as a museum
Architectural styles: Islamic, Traditional Souq
Materials: Stone, Gold
- Golden Dome: A magnificent central golden dome decorated with zodiac signs.
- Waterfront: Located along the Sharjah Creek.
- Galleries: Seven spacious galleries.
Opening hours: 08:00 - 20:00 (summer) · 08:00 - 20:00 (winter) – Fridays 16:00 - 20:00.
- Adult: €3.00
Accessibility: Accessible.
Official site: http://sharjahmuseums.ae
Address: Corniche Street, Al Majarrah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Coordinates: 25.3628, 55.3911