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Holi is characterized by the use of colored powders, which is unique to the festival, whereas the Water Throwing Festival primarily involves the use of clear water. The origins and symbolic meanings of Holi are deeply intertwined with Hindu mythology and cultural traditions, whereas the Water Throwing Festival has varying cultural significance ...
Sharjah has hosted the F1 Powerboat Race since 2000. The December event is held during the Sharjah Water Festival and attracts over 75,000 visitors to the emirate. Since 2016 the event is also combined with Aquabike World Championship (powerboating) making the Grand Prix of Sharjah the final of the two main disciplines in Powerboating World
The festival features locations across the entire Sharjah Emirate, extending to the east coast towns of Dibba, Khorfakkan and Kalba. [7] Thirteen landmarks and locations in Sharjah will be illuminated as part of the festival: [2] [6] University City Hall; Al-Noor Mosque; Sharjah Mosque; Khalid Lagoon Corniche; Al Majaz Waterfront; Sharjah Fort
The Sharjah Light Festival (SLF) [8] is a light show that takes place annually in the Emirate of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The festival was first established in 2010 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and has since become an integral part of the ...
Sharjah Maritime Museum is an archaeological museum focusing on marine life that was an essential part of Sharjah's heritage and development. The visitor can see exhibits on pearl hunting, fishing, maritime trade [ 1 ] and models of wooden dhows, including a pearl fishing boat, fishing equipment and diving tools.
Downtown Sharjah or Sharjah City, Al Majaz is a large-scale, mixed-use complex in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. It is home to some of the city's notable landmarks, including City Centre Sharjah, Al Noor Island , Al Qasba and Al Majaz Waterfront [ 1 ] and Al Montazah Parks.
Al Rafisah Dam [1] (Arabic: سدّ اٱرَّفِيْصَة, romanized: Sudd Ar-Rafīṣah) [2] is a dam in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. It dams the Wadi Shie , a seasonal waterway in the Hajar Mountains that runs down to the city of Khor Fakkan on the east coast of Sharjah.
Water Festival suspended because the water level was too low. Political demonstrations were also suspected as a reason for the cancellation. [17] — — 2014 No. 1 Srey Sros Kien Chrey Baramey Decho 75 people Kampong Cham Province: 2013 — Water Festival suspended due to national election — — 2012 — Water Festival suspended due to death ...