
'Majma' Al-Tawarikh' a key resource for researchers: Sheikh Sultan
Sheikh Sultan described the publication as a gift to researchers and scholars across the Gulf region and the Arabian Peninsula, noting that it will be available ahead of the upcoming Sharjah International Book Fair.
Reaffirming Sharjah's commitment to heritage preservation, Sheikh Sultan underscored the emirate's continued efforts in restoring and protecting archaeological sites. He highlighted the ongoing restoration of heritage landmarks such as the Kayed bin Adwan Al Qasimi Fort in Kalba and the reconstruction of Al Qawasim Fort, with careful preservation of underlying artifacts and the Portuguese-era foundations in Dibba.

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