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AL
HISN SHARJAH FORT
Al Hisn Sharjah Fort is located in the center of
Sharjah city. It was built in 1820 by the late Sheikh
Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi. The Fort is a real masterpiece
of old Arab architecture. The building was once partially
removed as part of some structural changes the city
of Sharjah had undergone during 1969 period. However,
the building was later rebuilt, exactly to its original
shape and style under the instruction and guidance
of H.H.Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mhammed Al Qasimi, the
Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. |
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public as a museum, was once the residence of Sharjah
Ruling Family. The house played an important role and
had witnessed several social, political, commercial
and military developments and changes in the region.
Al Hisn Sharah Fort, as a museum is divided into
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Ground
level:
The forefront of this level have a custody room, the
morning entrance, Mahlousa tower and Al Qasimiah library.
The eastern section includes rooms for (1) Events in
Sharjah (2) Teaching (3) Faces from Sharjah (4) Sharjah
city (5) Pear trade, and (6) Acquisitions.
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Upper level:
This level includes a Weapons' Storage room where
swords, daggers, etc. are exhibited. Other rooms are
Ruler's living room, room for Shaikhs and nobles,
Project room, Rest house and a VIP room.
Location :
Al Bourj Avenue, Al Hisn Square, bank street, Sharjah.
Timings : 9 am to 1 pm & 5pm to 8pm
Fridays : 5pm to 8pm (closed on Mondays)
Contacts : Tel:009716 5685000,
Fax:5695522
Website : www.shjmuseum.gov.ae
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© Copyright Department of Culture
& Information 2004
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