Sharjah Planetarium & Space Exhibition
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Sharjah Planetarium
One of the most profound human experiences is looking up at the starry night sky, admiring its beauty and pondering our place in the universe. In the heart of Sharjah and in broad daylight, this very same feeling can be experienced in our Planetarium!
The Sharjah Planetarium dwells within the golden dome in the heart of SAASST, representing the Sun and paralleling its radiance by being a beacon of scientific outreach that is serving to educate and inspire generations of students and public visitors alike. Everyone is welcome in the Sharjah Planetarium, whether you are seeking to quench your curiosity about various astrophysical phenomena or simply looking for some peace of mind by admiring the beauty of the cosmos, the power of the audiovisual in our diverse Planetarium shows will surely deliver!
The Sharjah Planetarium dwells within the golden dome in the heart of SAASST, representing the Sun and paralleling its radiance by being a beacon of scientific outreach that is serving to educate and inspire generations of students and public visitors alike. Everyone is welcome in the Sharjah Planetarium, whether you are seeking to quench your curiosity about various astrophysical phenomena or simply looking for some peace of mind by admiring the beauty of the cosmos, the power of the audiovisual in our diverse Planetarium shows will surely deliver!
In May 2023, our Planetarium started welcoming visitors again after receiving a major upgrade in both its hardware and software components, which has taken the quality and diversity of the shows to a whole new world-class level! The 18-meter dome is now home to 8 state-of-the-art Velvet LED projectors from the leading German company ZEISS. These LED projectors work in a hybrid system alongside the MegaStar Optical Starball Projector, to provide a fully immersive and unique stargazing experience. Special software such as PowerDome, SkyControl and Uniview take the shows to the next level through the power of their simulations, allowing the audience to experience the beauty of the Deep Sky Objects and take a journey though the Solar System and all the way to the edge of the known universe! Pair all of this with the interactive, informative, and passionate narration of our live presenters, and you are in for a truly memorable experience!
The live show is then followed by a film that is specially created to be viewed in the dome, covering various topics in Astronomy and Space Sciences that are both entertaining and informative, offered in both Arabic and English languages. Make sure to check our monthly show schedule to get to know the various exciting titles that we have curated for you! The Planetarium upgrade also included the addition of laser projectors for a light and entertaining conclusion to the journey!
We can seat to 200 visitors per show. Families, friends, universities, and schools are welcome and enjoy a truly unique and memorable experience in the Sharjah Planetarium!
We can seat to 200 visitors per show. Families, friends, universities, and schools are welcome and enjoy a truly unique and memorable experience in the Sharjah Planetarium!
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interesting Shows and valuable scientific films
interesting Shows and valuable scientific films
STARS
Stars are the most widely recognized astronomical objects, and represent the most fundamental building blocks of galaxies. Stars are born within the clouds of dust and scattered throughout most galaxies Moreover, stars are responsible for the manufacture and distribution of heavy elements such as carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen, and their characteristics are intimately tied to the characteristics of the planetary systems. Consequently, the study of the birth, life, and death of stars is central to the field of astronomy.
BLACK HOLES
A black hole is a place in space where gravity pulls so much that even light can not get out. The gravity is so strong because matter has been squeezed into a tiny space. This can happen when a massive star is dying. Because no light can get out, people can't see black holes. They are invisible. Space telescopes with special tools can help to find black holes. Special tools can see how stars that are very close to black holes act differently than other stars.
Birth of Planet Earth
Tells us the twisted tale of our planet’s origins and explore some of the greatest questions in science today: How did Earth become a living planet in the wake of our solar system’s violent birth? What does its history tell us about our chances of finding other worlds that are truly Earth-like?
ASTRONAUT
NASA selects astronauts who begin their formal training program during the first year of selection by reading training manual and by taking computer-based lessons on the various vehicle systems. The next step in the training process involves the spacecraft systems. The astronauts are trained to o perate each system, to recognize malfunctions, and to perform corrective actions if needed. "The biggest challenge to be astronaut is your ability to know a lot about a lot of things."
THE ZULA PATROL
The Zula Patrol discovered that the evil Deliria has been travelling back in time in order to illegally dump her byproducts on earth, so the Zula Patriot must time – travel back to the very beginnings of planet earth, before her illegal dumping causes catastrophic consequences. Be one of zula patrol and save earth.
Beyond the Sun
Celeste is a little girl who wants to explore the Universe, find new Earths and learn how to find exoplanets. She receives an unexpected visit from Moon. Together, they enjoy a journey through the Universe to discover what exoplanets are and how they can be detected.
DAWN OF THE SPACE AGE
For centuries humans have dreamed of conquering space and for centuries so it has remained, just a dream. But in the twentieth century the phenomenal growth of science and technology created a great opportunity to make these dreams come true and they did come true, the beginning was in the steppes of Kazakhstan when a train from the industrial revolution pushed it successor to its launch pad, a new revolution began the torch had been passed on. In the future people will look back on this day as the beginning of a new Era. The day mankind learned how to leave the Earth, October the 4th 1957
OASIS IN SPACE
Oasis In Space takes you on a startling and beautiful journey through our Solar System and beyond in search of water and water worlds like Earth. Incorporating the latest results of astronomical research and exploration, including recent data from robot explorers, Oasis In Space offers a new perspective on a substance of obvious importance to our planet.
Destination Mars
It gives you an up-close look at humanity’s most epic endeavor.
It Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality.
It Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality.
DEEN ALQAYIMA
Under the supervision and overall concept of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, this documentary tells the story of how the universe was created by Allah Almighty from the moment of the Big Bang until the end of the universe. It also tells the story of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Sublimed by including Quranic verses, the scenes of the documentary are consistent with the latest cosmological research findings. While watching this exciting documentary displaying the chronology of the universe, you will watch the story of the Islamic mission, starting from the time of building Kaaba and the dawn of Islam. The executive director of production and scientific material is by HE Prof. Hamid M.K. Al-Nuaimiy, the chancellor of the University of Sharjah.
SUPER VOLCANOES
Experience Earth as it was 250 million years ago, where super volcanoes were changing the surface of our planet. Vast eruptions, mass extinction and climate collapse. Beyond Earth to explore the impact of giant volcanic eruptions around our solar system. Eventually, can a supervolcano erupt in our time?
Phantom of the Universe
An exciting exploration of dark matter, from the Big Bang to its anticipated discovery at the Large Hadron Collider. The show will reveal the first hints of its existence through the eyes of Fritz Zwicky, the scientist who coined the term "dark matter."
DYNAMIC EARTH
Dynamic Earth explores concepts and terms essential to understanding the Climate: Temperature, wind and hurricanes. Learn what makes our world convenient to live. Explore the forces of nature. And comparison with Venus. The story of our sister planet shows just how unique Earth is in its ability to regulate atmospheric CO2 and global temperatures.
THE ZULA PATROL
The Zula Patrol discovered that the evil Deliria has been travelling back in time in order to illegally dump her byproducts on earth, so the Zula Patriot must time – travel back to the very beginnings of planet earth, before her illegal dumping causes catastrophic consequences. Be one of zula patrol and save earth.
Shows Time Table
Space Exhibition Halls
You and your family are invited to explore the universe through experiment, amusement and entertainment. There are several wonderful space exhibitions that will put you on infinite pathways of knowledge.
- The Blue Galaxy
- The Green Galaxy
- The Red Galaxy
- The Orange Galaxy
- Air-Powered Rocket Challenge
- Fan-Powered Engines or Rockets
- Docking Maneuver
- Moon Landing Challenge
- The International Space Station (ISS)
- The Graphical Story of the Universe
- The Universe in the Holy Qur'an
The Blue Galaxy
You are now in the era of Aristotle, Al-Biruni and Al-Sufi. You are going to explore the universe through their simple instruments. Are you going to experience the fascinating astrolabe like Al-Biruni, or are you going to be busy bombarding the moon and other planets with devastating asteroids? Either way, you will not make it through before you draw the perfect line for the spaceship to get to Jupiter and Saturn and simulate the orbiting of two double stars in space.
The Green Galaxy
Here, you travel further to join Galileo and Kepler at the first steps of modern astronomy using the first telescopes, Newton's reflecting telescope and Cassegrain amazing telescope. In the middle of the galaxy, you and your children are going to have the opportunity to be amused by the mirror that bends the universe around you. Alright then, while you are launching toward the Red Galaxy, are you going to abandon your responsibility of steering your stray telescope when it has become a real challenge to focus it on the moon?
The Red Galaxy
What? Has your spaceship really reached the Red Galaxy? Then get ready to join the scientists in analyzing light. Here is Newton who needs your help. What is the story of the hot light? Will you participate in discovering remote exoplanets orbiting other stars, or are you still busy gauging the speed of light, like professional experimental scientists? Before departing the Red Galaxy, do not miss out on exploring the amazing Doppler Effect.
The Orange Galaxy
On your tour here, you are going to witness some high level experiments. So, get ready to pay a visit to a black hole, but do not let the galaxy gravity lens trick you. Otherwise, you will not succeed in witnessing the first few moments of the birth of the galaxy, the Big Bang. While travelling at high speed now, do not let the speed of time and length of objects deceive you. Good! Do not worry! Here is Einstein on your side with his bicycle that simulates the theory of relativity.
Air-Powered Rocket Challenge
If you are in a hurry, stop the talk and head immediately to the ultra-speed rocket. Are you ready now to try your rocket which is powered by pressurized air? Surprise your friends and family with how skillful you are at launching turbo rockets.
You will be travelling from Sharjah to the North Pole then to outer space on a two-engine spaceship, one engine for the atmosphere where there is air and another for outer space where there is absolute emptiness. So be a smart scientist and decide which engine to use in each phase of your journey.
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) have run out of food, oxygen and scientific supplies, and they are awaiting your spaceship with the supplies. Would you reach them safely and deliver the supplies, or will you disappoint then and expose them to hunger and lack of oxygen? Show us your skills!
Do you still wish to travel and land on the moon like Neil Armstrong did in 1969? The spaceship designed for landing on the moon is waiting for your orders and manipulation of the controls. Go for it and make sure you land it smoothly and safely on the moon while avoiding a crash on meteor craters.
Far away in the sky at a distance of 400 kilometers, the International Space Station (ISS) is now only a few meters away above you head. Is it time to discover the International Space Station (ISS) which orbits earth once every ninety minutes? When was it launched? On how many phases was it built? What countries participated in its construction? What does it consist of? How do astronauts survive there in the near zero gravity atmosphere? You are about to find out the answers to all of these questions and more. What are you waiting for? Book your ticket and board the International Space Station (ISS), like a real astronaut, through its five screens.
Would you like to know the truth behind the dark matter in the universe? Are you still astounded by the notion that there might be life elsewhere in the universe? Can you visualize the shape of our milky way and our location in it? Would you like to know how our moon was formed? Then get ready for the biggest scientific journey by reading the largest cosmic book ever. It is a graphic book attached on the circumference of the planetarium. It is a scientific novel of the universe from the Big Bang until today.
Our universe is abundant with scientific and geometric miracles that have puzzled philosophers and scientists for thousands of years. Similarly, the Holy Qur'an is rich with verses that illustrate the might of Allah Almighty and the greatness of His creation. Let us go together to learn the story of how the universe has been created starting from the Big Bang through to the formation of the stars, the galaxies, and the solar system and finally to its final destination. All of this constitutes a unique harmony between what scientists believe today and what The Creator of the universe taught us in the Holy Qur'an 14 centuries ago.
Planetarium Opening Hours
REGULAR HOURS
Visitor Hours
Monday to Thursday 09:00 to 15:00
Thursday 16:00 to 20:00
Show Times
Monday to Thursday 09:00 & 11:00 (schools) – 13:00 (public)
Thursday 17:00 & 19:30
RAMADAN HOURS
Visitor Hours
Monday to Thursday 09:00 to 14:00
Thursday 21:00 to 22:55
Show Times
Monday to Thursday 10:00 (schools) – 12:00 (public)
Thursday 22:00