Sharjah: Mahmoud Mohsen
For a city to be famous for one of the landmarks, this means that the matter does not exceed only one or two teachers. However, in talking regarding the Emirate of Sharjah, we find that the matter is completely different. Where it abounds with quality tourist sites with a unique character.
Perhaps the most prominent feature that distinguishes the smiling emirate from others is its group of landmarks that vary according to the goal for which it was found, including commercial, tourist and religious ones, in addition to school landmarks, and all of them leave an imprint that is firmly established in the minds of those who have visited one of those landmarks, which witness from time to time an increase and diversity In their numbers, the distinction is not limited to the geometric shape of the landmarks only; Rather, its names alone are able to attract visitors from the East and the Maghreb, to gather on the land of the crossroads of cultures, discovering one of the most brilliant destinations in the heart of Sharjah, and comes at the forefront of the unique landmarks in name and architecture, a land bordered by water on all sides and found by nature with its aesthetics, and developed with the visions and thought of its ruler, to shine illuminated as “Island of Light”.
On the northern shores of Khalid Lake, specifically in the heart of Sharjah, is Al Noor Island located on an area of 45,470 square meters, which was developed under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, with the aim of creating unique destinations in the emirate to connect people with nature, and highlight The artistic values and distinctive architectural styles, with a total value of 80 million dirhams. The destination, in its design, takes into account the blending of culture, arts, entertainment and the magic of nature, making it an ideal meeting place for families, nature lovers and lovers of an atmosphere full of entertainment, culture and beauty.
The island is unique with a mixture of architectural modernity and natural beauty. It represents an exceptional destination with stunning views. In addition to the Butterfly House, the Nour Café, the Court of Arts, and various artistic models, most notably the “UFO Artistic Sculpture” and the “Torus” anthropomorph, include; These are works by international artists selected to match the design of the island, in addition to the games area, lighting and luminous models, and the plant environment. It receives its visitors through a streamlined wooden bridge, along which dazzling lighting extends, and leads visitors to the island, and includes distinctive plants that add an aesthetic character when its entrance.
70 thousand plants
Al Noor Island was found to be a distinguished cultural family destination that gathers family members in the lap of nature, and sheds light on the natural elements and artistic, aesthetic and cultural values provided by its various facilities.
The island includes a variety of trees and plants; More than 70,000 plants and trees were planted, including local and western varieties, and some trees were on the island before its development.
Unique Landmarks
The Butterfly House, with its decorated rooftop inspired by nature, is considered one of the most important attractions on the island, with a height of 4 and a half meters.
The Butterfly House hosts hundreds of species, including regarding 20 species, brought from various countries of East Asia and South America, in addition to a number of local species.
Court of Arts
The island’s landmarks include the “Diwan of Letters”, so that visitors can enjoy a secluded, quiet haven that is easily accessible, and the Diwan of Letters provides residents and visitors with the opportunity to relax in a quiet and secluded environment.
Petrified tree and fossil rocks, bright spots within the site tour; Where the island displays a fossilized tree trunk regarding 35 million years old, weighing regarding 1.5 million tons, dating back to the Indonesian island of Java. The oldest exhibits on the island.
8 art sculptures
The island includes 8 art sculptures designed by international artists specifically for the Island of Light, the most prominent of which was the UFO art sculpture, which was prepared by the “ACT” company for lighting design, and was shown in the largest cities in the world. The design is characterized by its oval shape, and its colors stimulating the imagination.
As for the Taurus art sculpture, designed by international artist David Harper, and characterized by its simple oval shape made of stainless steel, it is a source of attraction for visitors; With its polished and glossy mirror surfaces, it reflects the lights of the island and the surrounding landscape.
Among those sculptures came the artistic “wind images” flags, in the form of banners designed by Austrian artist Monica Gelsing.
In addition to these figures, the Artistic Steel Sculpture, created by Edgar Tysac, is distinguished as a decorative plate.
The island’s landmarks included 16 artistic columns designed by artist Susan Schmogener.
The artwork “The Swing” by the artist Azza Al Qubaisi was distinguished by being a compositional work inspired by the heritage and culture of the United Arab Emirates, and evoking the period of pearl mining in the pre-oil era.
Walk of Light
The island features a 3,500-meter-long walkway that glows with lights that vary according to the time of the day.
Games and maze
The park allocated a large area for children to play in a beautiful and safe natural environment, and to practice climbing on ropes among the grasses and between trees. The games area was designed according to the highest safety standards; Where the floor was partially covered with sand and grass, and lights were used to illuminate the place, enabling parents to monitor their children while they were sitting in their places.
The Labyrinth Garden is designed using walls of natural shrubs, to give children who love exploring labyrinths the opportunity to find the right path in this natural maze.
