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Beyond the glitter of Dubai lies Sharjah \u2014 a quieter emirate where heritage, art, and waterfront evenings tell a richer story. Most visitors never make the forty-minute drive, which is exactly why it’s worth the detour.<\/p>\n

Sharjah has invested heavily in museums and public art over the last decade, and it shows: the Heart of Sharjah restoration district alone is worth a full afternoon, before the corniche lights up at night.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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