Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn)

This deep-rooted edifice, which was built in 1823, is located in the Heart of Sharjah; it was Sharjah’s government headquarter and the residence of Al Qawasim ruling family. The Fort is a square- shaped construction, featuring a spacious yard in the middle. It consists of two main floors and three towers built for defensive purposes. When first built in 1823, it was considered the biggest and most important construction in Sharjah.



Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn) was first renovated and opened as a museum in 1997. It then underwent remarkable renovations and re-opened its doors in 2015.

The fort was built with coral stones which were collected from the deep sea waters of the Arabian Gulf. The walls were covered with a light brown plaster, and the doors were made of teak wood. Mangrove trunks and parts of palm trees (fronds, leaves and fibers) were used to build the ceilings.



Sharjah Fort offers you the opportunity to learn about the modern history of Sharjah, the ruling family, the history of the fort, the defense methods and Sharjah’s everyday life 200 years ago.