Bodour Al Qasimi inaugurates ‘From Sharjah to Rome via the Spice Route’ Exhibition in Rome, showcasing Sharjah’s ancient ties with Italy

Sharjah Archaeology Authority presents 110 rare artifacts from Mleiha and Dibba Al-Hisn dating back to the Hellenistic and Roman periods, revealing sharjah’s central role in ancient global trade

• The first Arab exhibition to ever be held within Rome’s colosseum
• Features 110 rare artifacts unearthed from Sharjah’s ancient trade centers, including Mleiha and Dibba Al-Hisn

Sharjah, February 5, 2025

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah; Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Ambassador of the Faya Palaeolandscape World Heritage Nomination File, and Chairperson of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), inaugurated a momentous archaeological exhibition, titled ‘From Sharjah to Rome via the Spice Route’ – the first Arab exhibition hosted at the historical Curia Julia building in the Colosseum Archaeological Park.

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