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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
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.
The festival continues this week with more music entertainment and the Lowcountry Supper at Waterfront Park. “Feels like” temperatures as high as 110 are possible through Thursday. Show comments
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 11th edition of the Sharjah Intl. Film Festival for Children and Youth, taking place between Oct. 6 and 12, will mark the inaugural edition of the festival market. Described as a “hub for ...
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.
[2] [3] It has been criticized for its high water usage. [4] The event usually divides its artists into two different teams, each characterized by different colours. The festival-goers are free to choose their team when buying the tickets to the event. This includes a water fight between the two teams and a winner is announced at the end of the ...