Under the patronage of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi and with Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi present, the Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) launched the ‘Mleiha: An Arabian Kingdom on the Silk Road’ exhibition at Japan’s Miho Museum on July 6. Running until December 15, 2024, the exhibition highlights Mleiha’s historical role on the Silk Road and UAE’s cultural heritage.The opening was attended by Eisa Yousif, Director General of SAA; Professor Isao Kumakura, Director of the Miho Museum; UAE Ambassador to Japan Shehab Ahmed Al Fahim; and other dignitaries. Sheikha Bodour emphasized the exhibition’s role in building cultural bridges between nations, while Eisa Yousif noted it as part of Sharjah’s strategy to enhance cultural and archaeological tourism.
The exhibit features over 160 artifacts, including national treasures and recent discoveries, exploring Mleiha’s historical significance and cultural exchange. It also includes visits to notable Japanese sites and museums as part of ongoing cultural collaboration.
