The fifth edition of the Sharjah Light Festival began on the 5th of February, and will continue to run for nine nights up until the 13th of February. The event showcases the architectural beauty and cultural history of Sharjah, offering a combination of light and music to create mesmerizing 2D and 3D designs on mosques and other landmarks.
This year the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority added new locations to the festival, lighting up a total of 14 areas in the city. The new locations include Masjid Al Taqwa at Al Majaz Waterfront, Al Majaz Amphitheatre overlooking the Khalid Lagoon, the Cultural Square in Sharjah city, Masjid Al Muhajerin in Dibba Al Hisn, University of Sharjah campus in Khor Fakkan and Masjid Ammar bin Yasser in Dhaid.
