Al Hisn Sharjah Fort

Al Hisn Sharjah Fort  Al Hisn Sharjah Fort is situated in the center of city of Sharjah in an area known as Heart of Sharjah. ...

Al Hisn Sharjah Fort

 Al Hisn Sharjah Fort is situated in the center of city of Sharjah in an area known as Heart of Sharjah. The fort was built in 1820 by the late Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi. The Fort stands as a real masterpiece of old Arab heritage and architecture. 

The building was once partially removed as part of some structural modifications in the city of Sharjah that had undergone during 1969 period.
However, the building was later rebuilt, exactly to its original design model and style under the instruction and guidance from H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.         

     

The Al Hisn Sharjah fort is now open to the public as a museum. The building was once the residence of Sharjah Ruling Family and the house played an important role in the development of the emirate of Sharjah. The house had witnessed several social, political, commercial and military developments and changes in the region. 

Al Hisn Sharah Fort as a museum is divided into several sections as follows: 

Ground level of Museum:

The fore front of ground level has a custody room, the morning entrance, Mahlousa tower and Al Qasimiah library. The eastern section includes rooms for (1) Events in Sharjah (2) Teaching (3) Faces from Sharjah (4) Sharjah city (5) Pear trade, and (6) Acquisitions. 

      

Upper level of Museum:

This level includes a Weapons' Storage room where Khanjars, swords, daggers, etc. are exhibited. Other rooms are Ruler's living room, room for Sheikhs’ and nobles, Project room, Rest house and a VIP room.

Location:

Al Bourj Avenue, Al Hisn Square, bank street, Sharjah.

Timings: 9 am to 1 pm & 5pm to 8pm

Fridays: 5pm to 8pm (closed on Mondays)

Contacts: Tel:009716 5685000, Fax:5695522