Sharjah Philatelic Museum enfolds the historical documents and stamps of the United Arab Emirates. The vast collection of stamps and other documents in this museum reflects the rich history of the emirate. The Philatelic Museum in Sharjah is supervised by the Department of Culture and Information Directorate of Heritage. The aim of founding the Philatelic Museum is to preserve the documents illustrating the history of Sharjah under tight security. They are put on public display at different places on some special occasions and events. Rest of the year the viewers can visit the Philatelic Museum of Sharjah and witness the unique collection of stamps.
In Sharjah, the first post office was opened on July 10, 1963. On the very day, the government placed on sale
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some of its first postage stamps.Copies of those stamps can also be viewed in this museum. The museum not only exhibits excellent postage stamps but also document some important events of their nation, which are given great value in the international as well as local history. The archives of Sharjah Philatelic Museum have been applauded by the visitors ever since its establishment.
Sharjah Philatelic Museum informs the visitors about the stamps and postal history of the nation. The entry fees vary from 2 Dhs and per family 4 Dhs. The opening hours of the museum alters with seasons and special occasions. For the visitors it is best to enquire the Sharjah Philatelic Museum authorities before visiting.
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