Sharjah  is the most ancient Emirate and the third largest of the seven Emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates and is the only Emirate which has land on two sea sides, the Arabian Gulf Coast and the Gulf of Oman.

It is an Emirate of contrasts where visitors can enjoy a holiday in the sun, discover traditional markets (souqs) or visit modern shopping malls, explore the many heritage sites and museums, admire the majestic mosques, walk around the lagoons, and experience the natural beauty of true Arabian deserts, mountains and seas.

Population:     946.000

Size:               2.600 km²