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The journey
Escape into one of Sharjah’s most serene attractions with entry to Al Noor Island, a beautifully designed retreat set in Khalid Lagoon. Stroll through landscaped gardens and sculptural pathways, discover contemporary art installations among the greenery, and step inside the Butterfly House, where hundreds of butterflies move freely within a climate-controlled dome.
The island is especially atmospheric in the late afternoon and evening, when its lighting design transforms the space and highlights features such as the Literature Pavilion and the illuminated OVO sculpture. With around three hours to explore, this is an easy and rewarding visit for travellers seeking nature, art, and a quieter side of the UAE.
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Day by day
Cross the footbridge from the Sharjah corniche onto the island. Walk the landscaped gardens and sculptural pathways, step into the Butterfly House where hundreds of butterflies fly free inside a climate-controlled dome, and take in the Literature Pavilion and the illuminated OVO sculpture. Late afternoon and evening are best, once the lighting design comes on. Allow around three hours.
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Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Al Noor Island entrance.
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