Building on consistent year-on-year growth, Sharjah welcomed more than 172,000 Indian visitors in 2024, a figure that laid a strong foundation for the significant growth witnessed in 2025.

The final round of the UIM F1H2O World Championship will be held at Sharjah’s Khalid Lagoon.

At its recent multi-city roadshow, the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority showcased sweeping developments, ranging from the expansion of Sharjah International Airport to luxury hospitality tie-ups with global brand names. These moves are aimed at positioning Sharjah as a growth engine aligned with the UAE’s ambition of doubling tourism’s GDP contribution to AED 450 billion by 2031.