Several prominent leisure and tourist attractions in Sharjah have reopened after completing a major disinfection drive.
Destinations and properties managed by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) are the ones that have resumed operations.
They include Al Qasba, Al Majaz Waterfront, Al Noor Island, the Flag Island, Heart of Sharjah, Mleiha Archaeological Project, Khorfakkan Beach, Maraya Art Centre and 1971-Design Space.
Shurooq has also reopened its hotels and resorts, as well as the City Sightseeing Sharjah (CSS) buses.
Additional safety measures and physical distancing protocols are in place at all the venues, while F&B outlets are operating at 30 per cent capacity.
Entry to the attractions is prohibited for visitors aged above 60 and children who are 12 and below, but the hospitality destinations are open to people of all ages.
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