Emirate of Sharjah, Third largest emirate in United Arab Emirates.
The emirate extends from the Persian Gulf coast to the Musandam Peninsula, with three eastern exclaves: Dibba, Khor Fakkan, and Kalba.
The Qasimi family established control over Sharjah in the early 18th century, developing it into a significant naval force in the Persian Gulf region.
The emirate maintains numerous museums dedicated to archaeology, natural history, science, arts, heritage, and Islamic art across its territories.
Sharjah International Airport operates as a major airfreight center and serves as the primary base for Air Arabia operations.
The emirate shares control of Abu Musa island through an agreement that permits both Iranian and Sharjah flags to fly over the territory.
Location: United Arab Emirates
Inception: 1613
Capital city: Sharjah
Elevation above the sea: 174 m
Part of: United Arab Emirates
Shares border with: Emirate of Ajman, Emirate of Dubai, Emirate of Umm Al Quwain, Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, Emirate of Fujairah, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, Al Buraimi Governorate
Website: https://sharjah.ae
GPS coordinates: 25.35000,55.43306
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:48
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