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accomplishments in aligning tourism sector growth with the preservation of

environmental, heritage, and cultural values -an essential component of its
sustainable tourism diversification strategy.

Throughout its participation, the emirate will shine a spotlight on a diverse array

of exceptional experiences and destinations, encompassing environmental,

desert, heritage, cultural, recreational, adventure, and sports tourism.

Sharjah is distinguished by its unique environmental diversity, spanning from the

desert to the islands, including landmarks such as the Khorfakkan Amphitheatre,

Mleiha Archaeological and Ecotourism Project, Buhais Geology Park, Sharjah
Safari, and natural reserves like the Wasit Wetland Centre and Al Qurm Nature

Reserve.

The emirate has been steadfast in its growth. In 2022, Sharjah's hotels
welcomed over 1.4 million guests, and this year has seen a substantial increase

in guest numbers. Between January and September 2023, the emirate received

more than 1.1 million guests, marking an impressive 18% increase over the

same period in 2022.

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This year, several prominent institutions and entities are participating in

collaboration with SCTDA, including Sharjah International Airport Authority,

Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), Sharjah Investment and
Development Authority (Shurooq), Sharjah Museums Authority, Sharjah Institute

of Heritage, as well as Sharjah Asset Management, Sharjah International Marine

Sports Club, Expo Centre Sharjah, Sharjah Sports Council, and Sharjah Old

Cars Club.

From the private sector, participating entities in collaboration with SCTDA include

Sharjah Airport Travel Agency (SATA), Sharjah National Hotels, The Chedi Al

Bait Hotel, Sharjah, Coral Beach Resort, Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa,

Golden Sands Hotel, Holidays Tours, and TravTalk.

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