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‘Sharjahverse’ thrills visitors at Seoul International Book Fair

People ‘tour’ digital twin of emirate’s tourist spots in metaverse at emirate’s pavilion



The metaverse of Sharjah's attractions was accessible via headsets at the emirate's Guest of Honour pavilion at the event
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Sharjah: The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) is participating in the emirate’s Guest of Honour programme at the 65th Seoul International Book Fair for the first time. As part of its agenda during the international event, the authority is showcasing the cultural tourism sector and its unique offerings in Sharjah.

Featuring ‘Sharjahverse’, SCTDA provided visitors with an interactive experience of Sharjah’s tourism attractions through the metaverse city of Sharjah, where visitors virtually toured and explored the iconic destinations that the emirate has to offer. In 2022, the emirate registered a significant surge in hotel guests arrivals with a increase of 16 per cent in total number of guests compared to the previous year, resulting in 1.4 million guests.

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Cultural beacon

Through its participation, SCTDA is highlighting Sharjah’s tourist attractions, with a particular emphasis on cultural tourism. The authority is showcasing Sharjah as an Arab and Islamic culture and literature capital, boasting aeducational, historical and heritage sites, museums, theatres, cultural hubs, scientific research and academic centres, and an array of cultural and entertainment events and festivals.

Khalid Jasim Al Midfa

Commenting on the participation, Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman of SCTDA, said: “We are committed to the continual development of the tourism industry by fostering strategic partnerships with both the government and private sectors, and leveraging key platforms to showcase the unique and unparalleled features of tourism in the emirate of Sharjah to attract an increasing number of visitors to the emirate. Our presence at the Seoul book fair serves as a continuation of this endeavour.”

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Sharjah-Seoul partnership

He added: “The mutual friendship and partnership between South Korea and Sharjah are undergoing significant positive development, manifesting in several vital domains, notably culture, tourism, economy and trade. It is our vision to invest in this progressive trajectory and acquaint South Korean tourists with the captivating offerings of Sharjah. Serving as a gateway to explore the authenticity of the Emirati and Arab culture, Sharjah stands as a unique destination for those seeking to explore innovative and sustainable tourism practices.”

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