🏛️ Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
United Arab Emirates
About This Sacred Site
The Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, housed in a beautifully restored souq along Sharjah's waterfront, presents a comprehensive overview of Islamic faith, art, and scientific achievements. The museum features over 5,000 artifacts spanning 1,400 years of Islamic history, including rare Quran manuscripts, astronomical instruments, ceramics, and textiles. The building is crowned by a golden dome decorated with an astronomical mosaic. Sharjah was named the Cultural Capital of the Arab World and the Capital of Islamic Culture.
Key Facts
- •Houses over 5,000 artifacts spanning 1,400 years
- •Located in a restored traditional souq building
- •Sharjah was named Capital of Islamic Culture
- •The golden dome features an astronomical mosaic map
- •Contains rare early Quran manuscripts and scientific instruments
Location
Coordinates: 25.3575, 55.3869
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