Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation, SMIC, has announced that it is offering visitors a free entry throughout Ramadan in a bid to nurture cross-cultural dialogue and to promote a better understanding of Islam Part of Sharjah Museums Authority, SMA, the museum showcases over five thousand collections representing different eras from across the Islamic world.

Manal Ataya, Director-General of SMA, explained that the Holy Month of Ramadan is more than fasting and performing good deeds, as it also provides the opportunity to interact with other members of the society, especially those hailing from different cultures and religious beliefs.

"The Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation allows visitors to learn more about Islam and the values of tolerance it instills in its followers," she added.