Sharjah

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Sharjah?North-eastern coast of the United Arab Emirates, on the Persian Gulf
2. How many people live in Sharjah?Exceeding 1,800,000 inhabitants (2022-2023 estimate)
3. How big is Sharjah?Approximately 235 square kilometers
4. What is the capital of Sharjah?Sharjah serves as the capital of the Emirate of Sharjah
5. What language do people speak in Sharjah?Arabic (official), English (widely used in commerce and daily interaction)
6. When was Sharjah built?Ruled by the Al Qasimi dynasty since the 18th century

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