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Kalba lake on a quiet morning. The enclave is known for its mountains, mangroves and historic buildings. Reem Mohammed / The National
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Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, at the Bait Sheikh Saeed bin Hamad Al Qasimi historic house in Kalba. Wam
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The first phase of a careful restoration of the historic building is complete.
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The building will open to the public once the work is complete. Wam
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The building's eastern section includes an outer majlis overlooking the shore. Wam
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The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, opens the new Kalba Corniche. Wam
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The new Kalba Corniche includes a jogging track. Wam
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More than 1,500 trees were planted along with additional picnicking spaces for visitors. Wam
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A flood drain network was also built as part of the project. Wam
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Construction on Kalba Corniche has been progressing for many years. Antonie Robertson / The National
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The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, also laid the cornerstone of Kalba's new Clock Tower Square. Wam
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The tower will soar 42 metres above the town. Wam
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The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, opened Khor Kalba Fort and also viewed plans for a new museum. Wam
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The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, opened Khor Kalba Fort and also viewed plans for a new museum. It is believed the fort was built about 1745. Wam
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The fort was added to in a second phase of building in 1820. Wam
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Inside the fort is a treasure trove of ancient artefacts.
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Dr Sheikh Sultan also laid the foundation stone for the new Souq Al Jubail. Wam
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Souq Al Jubail will be four times the area of the existing market. Wam
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The Ruler also visited the new Soor Kalba project. Wam
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The Dh180 million initiative involves the construction of 105 buildings including 420 apartments and 319 shops overlooking Kalba Corniche. Wam
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Kalba lake on a quiet morning. The enclave is known for its mountains, mangroves and historic buildings. Reem Mohammed / The National
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Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, at the Bait Sheikh Saeed bin Hamad Al Qasimi historic house in Kalba. Wam
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The first phase of a careful restoration of the historic building is complete.
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The building will open to the public once the work is complete. Wam
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The building's eastern section includes an outer majlis overlooking the shore. Wam
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The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, opens the new Kalba Corniche. Wam
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The new Kalba Corniche includes a jogging track. Wam
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More than 1,500 trees were planted along with additional picnicking spaces for visitors. Wam
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A flood drain network was also built as part of the project. Wam
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Construction on Kalba Corniche has been progressing for many years. Antonie Robertson / The National
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The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, also laid the cornerstone of Kalba's new Clock Tower Square. Wam
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The tower will soar 42 metres above the town. Wam
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The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, opened Khor Kalba Fort and also viewed plans for a new museum. Wam
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The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, opened Khor Kalba Fort and also viewed plans for a new museum. It is believed the fort was built about 1745. Wam
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The fort was added to in a second phase of building in 1820. Wam
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Inside the fort is a treasure trove of ancient artefacts.
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Dr Sheikh Sultan also laid the foundation stone for the new Souq Al Jubail. Wam
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Souq Al Jubail will be four times the area of the existing market. Wam
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The Ruler also visited the new Soor Kalba project. Wam
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The Dh180 million initiative involves the construction of 105 buildings including 420 apartments and 319 shops overlooking Kalba Corniche. Wam
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Kalba lake on a quiet morning. The enclave is known for its mountains, mangroves and historic buildings. Reem Mohammed / The National
Sharjah Ruler unveils new vision for historic east coast port town of Kalba
A new breakwater, museum, clock tower, markets and waterfront area are improving the lives of residents and attracting tourists
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The National
11 April, 2021
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