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"Ajman Museum"

 

Ajman is the smallest member state of the United Arab Emirates, with an area of just 260 square kilometres. The population was only 36,100 in 1980 but it grew considerably in recent years to  approximately 235,000 due to an influx of people from the neighboring emirates of Dubai, Sharjah.



It is presently ruled by Emir Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi. The Crown prince of the Emirate is Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. His directions have led to massive development and a construction boom in Ajman in the recent years.


Ajman Museum is one of the prior historical attractions in UAE. It elegantly conveys the reality of the UAE life in different eras. This historical landmark stands tall as a record of the exploits of ancestors and their immortal heritage. A trip without seeing the Ajman museum is incomplete.



The fort has existed since the 18th century, that also served as the residence of Shaikh late His Highness Shaikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, the building stands testimony to UAE’s history.


The structure was earlier considered one of the strongest points of presidency, political authority in the UAE, and its first defense line. However, it was probably built in the late 18th century, using locally available materials, such as Coral Sea stones and gypsum. The roof was covered with Jandal (Trees brought from Africa). 

The fort was destroyed and demolished by British Battleships along with many other forts in the UAE. However, it was recovered and rebuilt by his Highness Shaikh Rashid bin Humaid.

The renovation and restoration operations were maintained during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. It was used as residence of the ruling family until 1970 when the late His Highness Shaikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi moved into Al Zahir Palace.  

From 1970 to 1981, the fort housed Ajman police general command. Another renovation of the fort was ordered by his Highness Shaikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi to generously gif the fort to the people of the UAE as a museum. This took three years and was supervised by a group of experts.

The 30-section, two-storey museum underwent a major renovation in 2006 in association with the Dubai Municipality. Two wind towers and two watch towers were maintained while a large gate and two cannons were located at the front of the fort. 

It is home to a huge collection of archaeological artifacts, manuscripts, old weapons and reconstructions of traditional life.
Displays depicting weird and wonderful medical and religious practices give a fantastic, if eerie, insight into life as it must have been led for centuries among the coastal Bedouin.



It is open from Saturday to Monday 
8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (except for Fridays).
Individual ticket: 5 AED
Student ticket: 1 AED

Family ticket: 15 AED






Aysha Ali
Maryam Ibrahim

12 – CMP1

Comments

  1. UnknownMay 29, 2015 at 9:52 AM

    The photos where shouted professionally. and the way you shown Ajman Museum is an forgettable can't wait to visit it

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  2. UnknownMay 30, 2015 at 1:59 AM

    Such a great photographs and a good use of photography rules! The article contains good information about the city and its history.

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