Khorfakkan: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has initiated an AED 8 million heritage project in Khorfakkan aimed at restoring the 15th-century archaeological site at Al Luluyah Beach.
According to Emirates News Agency, the project is scheduled for completion within six months and will include the construction of a new heritage market overlooking the area. This initiative aims to blend the preservation of the city's historical elements with the creation of modern public spaces.
Dr Abdul Aziz Al Musallam, Chairman of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage, shared details on Sharjah Radio and Television's 'Direct Line' programme about the upcoming project. It will feature 20 traditionally styled shops, complemented by restaurants, caf©s, visitor seating, and shaded walkways throughout the archaeological zone. The design will have dual facades, with one facing the sea and the other overlooking the historic ruins, establishing a new cultural and tourism destination in Khorfakkan.
Dr Al Musallam also mentioned that several heritage initiatives will soon be announced across the Eastern Region, focusing on Kalba and Dibba Al Hisn. These include the restoration of the heritage village and market in Dibba Al Hisn and the expansion of the Khor Kalba Museum.