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Mleiha

Mleiha brings together an archaeological centre, tombs, a fort and desert landscapes connected to different periods of human occupation. The visit works best by starting at the Mleiha Archaeological Centre, then combining an interpreted tomb with one landscape route, such as Fossil Rock or Jebel Faya.

Exterior of Mleiha Archaeological Centre against Sharjah's desert landscape.
Photo by Nemravik Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
The place

What makes it special

  • Mleiha Archaeological Centre.
  • Umm an-Nar tomb and other funerary contexts.
  • Fossil Rock or Jebel Faya as a landscape route.
Circular Umm an-Nar tomb in Mleiha's archaeological landscape.
Photo by Angela Manthorpe Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
Limestone ridge and sand in the desert landscape around Faya.
Photo by Angela Manthorpe Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
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Exterior of Mleiha Archaeological Centre against Sharjah's desert landscape.

Mleiha and Faya: Understanding a Desert of Water, Stone and Footprints

A day trip from Sharjah linking the Mleiha Archaeological Centre, ancient tombs and Faya’s prehistoric landscape—without confusing adventure with interpretation.

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Profile updated: 24/09/2026