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History of the Area
The modern city of Sharjah is built on a strong foundation, rich in history and tradition that dates back to decades... |
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Heart of Sharjah Project
In restoring the traditional heritage areas of Sharjah and linking them together... |
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Heart of Sharjah Discovery Centre
The distinctive Majlis Al Naboodah was built in 1845 by Obaid Bin Eissa Bin Ali Al Shamsi... |
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Sharjah Al Hisn Museum
Al Hisn Museum is the former residence of the ruling Al Qasimi family, a true eye... |
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Bait Al Naboodah Museum
This magnificent house originally belonged to Obaid Bin Eissa Bin Ali Al Shamsi... |
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Majlis Al Midfa Museum
The Majlis Al Midfa Museum celebrates the life and times of the late Ibrahim Bin... |
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Al Eslah School Museum
Al Eslah School was the first formal educational institute in Sharjah that welcomed... |
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Sharjah Heritage Museum
The museum is dedicated to the distinctive customs of Sharjah. It is a source of... |
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Emirates Handcraft Centre
Bait Al Mazroo'a is a traditional home, which is today the home of the Emirates... |
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Traditional Games House
This is one of the many Arts Square houses at Al Mareija in Heart of Sharjah area. The... |
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Souq Al Arsah
Souk Al Arsah is probably the oldest market place in the UAE and was the meeting... |
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Souq Saqr
Souq Saqr is an authentic old bazaar also known as Souk Mohamed Bin Saqr, that... |
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Souq Al Shanasiyah
Within the context of phase 1 of the 'Heart of Sharjah' development project... |
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Old Souq
To step in to Sharjah's Old Souq is to enter a bygone era. In an Emirate dotted... |
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Sharjah Art Museum
Opened in April 1997, this is the largest art museum in the region showcasing both... |
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Emirates Fine Arts Society
The Emirates Fine Arts Society was established as a non-profit organization in 1980... |
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Sharjah Institute of Arts
The Sharjah Institute of Arts, housed in the Bait Al Serkal was inaugurated... |
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Bait Al Serkal
Built in the 19th century, with a history of around 150 years, the magnificent... |
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Bait Al Shamsi
Bait Obaid Al Shamsi reflects Arabic Islamic Architecture and echoes the... |
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Sharjah Calligraphy Museum
The captivating Sharjah Calligraphy Museum was opened in 2002 in the legendary... |
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Sharjah Centre for the Art of Arabic Calligraphy & Ornamentation
The Centre specializes in the practice of Arabic calligraphy and methods... |
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Ceramics House
The Ceramics House is a unique art initiative located at the Calligraphy... |
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Sharjah Institute of Theatrical Arts Arts
The Sharjah Sharjah Institute of Theatrical Arts Arts is house in an impressive building... |
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Sharjah National Theatre
Based in the Heritage Area, Sharjah National Theatre began in 1975 and was... |
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Theatrical Association
The Theatrical Association is an organisation that seeks to promote the... |
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Shurooq revives historical Souq Al Shanasiyah... |
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Shaabiat Al Cartoon shares with children their joy of... |
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Shurooq to promote Sharjah's tourism and investment... |
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UNESCO registers Heart of Sharjah in the tentative list... |
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Spreading the insightful art of Arabic calligraphy
The Centre specializes in the practice of Arabic calligraphy and methods of its implementation. Students are introduced to the history of this art form, taken through its development in Islamic and Arab countries and given a hands-on experience in the unique skill of calligraphy and types of ornamentations and techniques used in calligraphic works.
The center offers separate classes for male and female students and offers continuous training and workshops in traditional material, pottery, glass and other materials. The courses offered, may also include other applied arts related to calligraphy such as coating of marble paper, restoration of manuscripts, calligraphy design and production, color techniques in Arabic letters, hot and cold ceramics, paper manufacturing and metal pressing.
Telephone +971 6 568 0848
For more information, please visit www.sdci.gov.ae.
Telephone +971 6 511 2555 | Fax +971 6 568 0082
Email info@heartofsharjah.ae