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2/16/24, 10:46 AM 21st session of Sharjah Heritage Days to launch 22nd February 2024 - Aletihad News Center
Musallam said, “This session coincides with the tenth anniversary of the founding of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage,
celebrating the Emirati heritage's originality and deep roots. We will go back to the initial spark and momentous

occasion that marked the beginning of Sharjah Heritage Days in its first session 22 years ago, emulating the approach,
style, and depth, based on the high directions of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme

Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and confirming the SIH's efforts in instilling values and reviving spirits to protect
the heritage, spreading awareness of its importance, fostering communication between generations and cultures,
celebrating the storied treasures and symbols of heritage, and returning to the authenticity inherent in heritage, within

an annual tradition eagerly anticipated by heritage enthusiasts and heritage bearers."

Al Musallam explained, "The slogan aligns with the Sharjah Emirate's direction of reinforcing the value of heritage and

instilling it in the youth, linking them with their ancestors' legacies, connecting with the past, opening up to the future,
and enhancing relationships with the heritage of nations and civilisations worldwide, exploring the relationship between
heritage and generations in this age."

Al Musallam explained that the events of the new session would be held in Sharjah city from February 22 to March 3,

in Al Hamriyah on February 26 and 27, in Dibba Al Hisn on February 27 and 28, in Khor Fakkan on February 28 and
29, in Kalba on February 29 through March 1, and finally in Al Dhaid on March 1 and 2.

He noted that the itinerary will include lectures, discussion sessions, training workshops, and various other activities
for all age groups. He noted that the event will also feature live displays of Emirati heritage.

A total of 23 folkloric and Arab community groups as well as international teams will present 219 artistic shows, with 10
local folk arts being presented on the domestic front.

Notably, the SHD Festival continues to showcase the four local Emirati environments: marine, bedouin, mountainous,
and agricultural.

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