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Beautiful lighting and a drone show were at the opening of the 13th edition of the Sharjah Light Festival at Sharjah police headquarters. Significant landmarks in Sharjah have been illuminated with artistic displays as the 13th Sharjah Light Festival kicked off on Wednesday night, unveiling its stunning canvas of lights across different locations.
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The festivities commenced at the Sharjah Police Headquarters, featuring an inaugural light show that transformed the iconic architectural monument into a work of art.
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The spectacular display took the attendees on a visual journey, reflecting the authenticity of Sharjah's identity and the UAE and depicting its ambitious and futuristic vision. Illuminated symbols portrayed the emirate's history, its trajectory toward the future, and its ongoing developments. Above is an art called "Enchanted Dimensions" at the Al Noor Mosque on the first day of the Sharjah Light Festival in Sharjah.
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A view of Sharjah mosque.
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" Waves of Reflection " at Al Majaz Waterfront.
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The festival, organised by Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), will take place across 12 of the emirate’s premiere cultural landmarks and natural destinations from February 7 — 18. Above, visitors at Sharjah mosque.
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BEEAH Headquarters on the opening day of 13th edition of the Sharjah Light Festival.
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In his opening speech, Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman of the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), underscored that the tourism sector in Sharjah is one of the key sectors that contribute to supporting the national economy.
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Al Midfa also highlighted how Sharjah Light Festival has become a major tourist attraction, drawing a great deal of attention through substantial turnout and media interest, year after year.
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