In the emirate of Sharjah, UAE, there are several large shopping malls. But the most famous is Blue Souq. It is located in the central part of the capital and differs from standard buildings in its architecture, as well as convenient transport interchange. Because of their appearance, they received the name “Sharjah Engines”. The two buildings are oblong in shape, with two towers on the roof of each.
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Location how to get there
The Blue Market is located in the center of the capital. It is located next to the large city park Park Sharjah, on Cornish Street St. _ It is also the promenade, on which there are many shops, boutiques, restaurants and cafes. This is a favorite walking place for tourists, visitors to the UAE and local residents. In Sharjah “Engines” or Central Market has become a landmark and a local landmark. From them you can find out the location of any place in the capital, meetings are often scheduled here.
What you need to know about the location of Blue Market Blue Souq in Sharjah:
- Nearby is a large transport route E112 (King Faisal St). It has several public transport stops.
- You can get to Parovozikov in Sharjah by taxi. The fare in the city is 20-40 dirhams.
- Getting by bus will be inconvenient, they run every 20-30 minutes.
- There are no large houses around the building of the shopping center, the “chimneys of trains” can be seen from afar.
- The market has several large parking lots, where you can leave your car while shopping.
Opening hours – from 9:00 to 19:00. But not all shops and shops adhere to it. They may open late or close early. Most buyers in Blue Souq is observed in the evening. At this time, sellers can be a little pushy. Reviews about goods and sellers are positive. Here, tourists take beautiful photos against the backdrop of the buildings of the Central shopping center, market.
Market description
“Engines” in Sharjah are two “locomotives” (buildings) with the same architecture. They stand at a distance of 50-70 meters from each other. Inside, the layout is the same, there is a large central hall, along the edges of which there are boutiques and souvenir shops. Stairs lead to the second floor, there are no elevators for passengers, only service freight ones.
Features of the infrastructure of the shopping center:
- The area of most stores is small, so sellers try to completely fill it with goods.
- Most sellers are immigrants. They speak Arabic and English. Due to the large number of Russian-speaking tourists, they have mastered a few phrases in Russian.
- On the territory of “Parovozikov” there are points for the sale of drinks, light snacks. There are also cafes where you can have breakfast or just a snack.
- Inside there are comfortable benches where you can relax and read a book.
The lighting inside the “Blue Market” is good, very beautiful decoration. The floor is imitation marble, there are many stained-glass windows. The disadvantage of the “Engines” in Sharjah is that there are no children’s or playgrounds. Young tourists will be bored. You can take them to the toy stores that Blue Souq only 2. Most of the goods are made in China. The exception is souvenirs that are made by local production, residents. To buy real branded items, they prefer trips to Dubai. In Blue Souk, there is a chance to buy a fake.
What can you buy
The main reason for visiting the “Engines” in Sharjah is the purchase of gold jewelry, jewelry, bijouterie. There are several jewelry stores on the territory of the shopping complex, most of which are located on the ground floor. They are certified to trade in gold jewelry, but it is better to check each item yourself. This is especially true for the purchase of gold-plated watches and similar products.
What else can you buy at Blue Souq Sharjah:
- Fabrics. On the second floor of the first “train” in Sharjah there is a large fabric store. In addition to them, you can buy national Arab capes and scarves here.
- Clothing. There are many shops in the shopping complex that sell clothes of European brands. Here you can also buy beach accessories – towels, bedding.
- Souvenirs. Most of them are connected with the sea and the Persian Gulf. Offer shells of different colors, compositions associated with the sea.
The peculiarity of the blue market of Sharjah is that it is not customary to bargain here. Sellers can only lower the price if they wish. This often happens if the buyer purchases a large number of items. It is recommended to check the quality; checks are issued only on demand. They are also the main document by which goods can be exchanged.
Attractions nearby
The advantage of Blue Souq’s location is the emirate’s many attractions. After shopping, tourists and guests of the UAE can head to the local water park. In addition to water slides and pools, there are other entertainments. It is recommended to go to the amusement park, children like rides. There are cafes and restaurants on the territory of the water park. Street vendors offer drinks and light snacks.
2 places to visit in Sharjah – Aquarium. It is located near the “trains”, you can walk in 10-15 minutes. Here is a large collection of marine life, they are divided into certain groups. Tourists can learn the history of the Persian Gulf, the most interesting fish and other marine life. For a relaxing holiday, you can walk along the Corniche. Yes, comfortable benches are not installed, there are gazebos. In the evening, be sure to visit the singing fountains of Sharjah. The first show starts at 18:30.