Mleiha Archaeological and Eco-tourism Project, a premier tourism and leisure destination from Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), is inviting youngsters, their friends, and families to travel back in time to discover the wonders of the past in a new series of packages designed to be both fun and educational. The adventurers can explore the remains of a 70-million-year old ...
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Sharjah Collection’s Mleiha Fossil Rock Lodge to receive first guests by year end
Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) is continuing its commitment to world-class hospitality in some of the region’s most striking areas of outstanding natural beauty with the launch of the Mleiha Fossil Rock Lodge. The project is 60 percent complete and will officially welcome its first guests by the end of this year. This modern luxury facility adjacent to its ...
Read More »Education at the heart of Mleiha
UAE’s residents and visitors who are fascinated by the country’s rich history and wish to learn more about its early civilizations will be amply rewarded with a trip to Mleiha Archaeological and Eco-tourism Project; a premier tourism and leisure destination from Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq). Mleiha has been established to cater to the increasing demand for new vacation ...
Read More »Shurooq announces AED 60 million Mleiha Desert Resort development
Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has grabbed the headlines once again at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM 2017), with the announcement of its “Mleiha Desert Resort”, first five-star desert resort at the heart of Mleiha, and news that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with “Al Wanis”, Qatari tourism company established in Sharjah, to develop the AED 60 ...
Read More »Sharjah’s Mleiha and Al Noor Island to take center stage at ATM 2017
Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has confirmed its participation at Arabian Travel Market (ATM 2017), where it will turn the spotlight on its key hospitality projects while promoting the emirate as one of the most lucrative tourist investments in the region. ATM 2017, which is taking place from April 24-27 at Dubai World Trade Centre, is an ideal opportunity for ...
Read More »Mleiha fort, lake and cave tell the story of early man
With its prime indications of early human civilisation that have established it as one of the world’s rich troves for archaeology, Mleiha proudly showcases its authentic cultural legacy. The Sharjah site’s abundance of artefacts that tell the story of man’s first inhabitation of the area 130,000 years ago enhance its vast panorama of natural wonders, making Mleiha a rare natural ...
Read More »Top 9 must-try outdoor adventures at Mleiha
Infographic: find out about the top 9 outdoor activities at Sharjah’s premier desert tourism destination. With its breath-taking natural landscapes, stunning historical landmarks and archaeological treasures, Mleiha offers an unforgettable desert experience. Visit the Mleiha Archaeological and Eco-Tourism Centre website or download the infographic here for more information. Photo gallery (click to view larger size) Visit discovermleiha.ae for more information on Mleiha Archaeological and ...
Read More »Eco-tourism projects help Sharjah capitalise on natural resources
After many years of quietly developing its cultural tourism resources, Sharjah has now begun to launch large scale eco-tourism projects that both help provide visitors with a richer experience and help protect the emirate’s natural environment. Perhaps the largest of these, so far, is the Mleiha Archaeological and Eco-tourism Project, which deftly presents the archaeological site and area of natural ...
Read More »Mleiha sees more than 10,000 visitors for Sharjah Spartan Race
Amid an atmosphere of great enthusiasm and excitement, Sharjah hosted its first ever Spartan Race on Friday at 7:00 a.m. till 3:00 p.m. in Mleiha, attracting more than 10,000 visitors to the long-waited race event. The race was organised by the Spartan Race in association with Mleiha Archaeological and Eco-tourism destination. More than 2,400 participants took part in the race ...
Read More »Mleiha Archaeological & Ecotourism Project proves popular at London’s World Travel Market
Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has successfully concluded its participation in London’s World Travel Market (WTM) 2016, the leading global event in the travel industry, which took place from November 7-9. Shurooq made the best use of the three-day B2B event in promoting its portfolio of various tourism projects and leisure destinations and introducing tour operators and travel agents ...
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