sharjah
sharjah Lexical Profile
• noun
The capital and largest city of the emirate of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates, widely recognized as the cultural capital of the nation and forming part of the Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman metropolitan area.
"Every November, literature enthusiasts flock to Sharjah to attend its internationally renowned book fair."
One of the seven emirates that constitute the United Arab Emirates, located along the coasts of both the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, known for its strict adherence to Islamic law and dedication to preserving Arab heritage.
"The government of Sharjah has heavily invested in museums and educational institutions to promote regional history and arts."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Arabic word 'Ash-Shāriqah' (الشارقة), traditionally believed to refer to 'the rising sun' or its geographical location to the east.
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