Kalba Fort & Bait Sheikh Saeed
حصن كلباء
A restored fort and sheikh’s house on the Kalba seafront, an exclave of Sharjah, showcasing traditional east-coast architecture.
Kalba is Sharjah’s exclave at the southern end of the east coast, right next to Fujairah city. The seaside Kalba Fort and the house of Sheikh Sayyid bin Hamad Al Qasimi were built in the early 20th century. Restored and opened as a museum, they feature coral-stone walls, windtowers and traditional furnishings, and present the history of the local ruling family and maritime life. Admission is inexpensive, and the site is open on Friday afternoons. A half-day tour can combine it with the Kalba Corniche and the mangrove reserve.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–20:00; open Friday afternoons
Nearby sights
- Fujairah Corniche
- Sheikh Zayed Mosque Fujairah
- Fujairah Museum
- Fujairah Fort & Heritage Village
- Khor Kalba Mangrove Reserve
- Ain Al Madhab Gardens
- Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre
- Al Hayl Castle