Sharjah Calligraphy Museum

“Enjoyed visiting the Sharjah Calligraphy Museum. Their description is to enter the captivating world of Arabic calligraphy dating from the 7th century to the present. Admire this vibrant art in the first museum dedicated to calligraphy in the Arabian Gulf.”

“• Parking spots availability: 5/10, Not always available and it might be hard to find a parking spot in the morning. • Staff Expertise: 9/10, Amazingly polite and well experienced staff. • General Atmosphere: 10/10, Despite its small size it has some fascinating calligraphy art that will take you to an old era of beauty of the words. • Cleanliness: 10/10, Probably the cleanest museum i have been to. • Handicap Accessibility: 9/10, they have prepared ramps and wheelchairs to help you in and out. •• Total score •• 43/50”

“Interesting little museum which punches above its weight. You can see not only older calligraphy amongst the new breed, but experience the wisdom of Holy Book of the Muslims. A nice children's section to practice arabic writing.”

“It is the only museum in the Arab World dedicated to calligraphy. There are some samples using which you can as well learn how to do calligraphy. They conduct some small activities for kids as well. The staff is very friendly.”