Back to the RootsFull day tour which traces Sharjah’s archaeology and history

Visit Sharjah Archaeology Museum:

�is museum offers you the opportunity to explore the rich heritage and deep-rooted history of Sharjah. �e reports of many excavation expeditions showed that humans have settled in Sharjah for a period of not less than 125.000 years.

�e museum sheds light on the lifestyle of the region’s inhabitants from the stone, modern, and the following ages until the rise of Islam.

Visitors get the chance to learn about the civilizations that developed in the region since the Stone Age up until today through the artifacts, currencies, jewelry, pottery and ancient weapons showcased in the museum.

�e archaeological findings reveal the connections and relations between Sharjah inhabitants and their neighbors in the Arabian Peninsula, as well as with other civilizations. �ey also show the expansion of commercial relationships from the east of the Indus Valley to the west of the Mediterranean islands.

Explore the tombs, cemeteries and houses through the models displayed in the museum, and learn about the first forms of writing which appeared in this area more than 2500 years ago.

Visit Mleiha Archaeological Centre:

�is new visitor attraction in the Emirate of Sharjah blends history, nature and culture with exceptional quality and warm hospitality to create a unique leisure experience in a spectacular natural setting. Mleiha is a story that’s still being told so come and discover the undiscovered.

Lunch at Mleiha Archaeological Centre:

Mleiha Archaeological Centre where the whole family can learn about life in the region in years gone by as well as take a closer look at the wide variety of artefacts on display. Designed with the local environment in mind, the centre has been built with consideration to its environmental and archaeological context.With an array of activities to choose from, the more sedate to the more adventurous, the below list will help you select the perfect one that fits your time frame and taste.

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-Sunset Lounge: -Star Gazing: -Extreme Climb: Fossil Rock-Camel Rock Tour-Mleiha Landscapes: Fossil Rock & Camel Rock-Mleiha Adventure Tour -Archaeological Tour-Nighttime Off-road Tour-Paragliding and Paramotoring-Survival Camp-THRILLING CYCLING PROGRAMME-Polaris Extreme Adventures-Polaris Extreme Fossil Climb-Overnight Camp-Backpack Adventures

Please avoid mid day hours when planning outdoor activities during hot days.For more information about Sharjah visit www.sharjahmydestination.ae

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