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Al Noor Island, Sharjah: Glorious Isolation, Peace & Tranquility

Whether you are counting butterflies, admiring sculptures, teaming up with your kids in the playground or simply soaking in the serenity, it’s always a day well spent at Al Noor Island. Join is for a pictorial journey to the magical island of Al Noor

By Dubai Times Staff • Edition: Dubai Times Archive (Feb 2022)
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Al Noor Island was named Best Leisure Architecture in Africa and Arabia 2016 as part of the International Property Awards, and was also the recipient of the IF Design Award 2017 and German Design Award 2018.

Whether you are counting butterflies, admiring sculptures, teaming up with your kids in the playground or simply soaking in the serenity, it’s always a day well spent at Al Noor Island.

The Butterfly House was awarded the WAN Metal in Architecture Award 2016 in appreciation of its unique design in using metal in an innovative way, and in the same year was recognised in the Iconic Awards 2016, one of the largest independent international awards on architecture and design, in the Best Architectural Design category. Also in 2016, this inspirational destination won at the Arabian Property Awards and was a finalist in the WAF 2016 Awards. In 2017, it won the German Design Award and the A Design Award.

By The Bay at Al Noor Island

The bay at Al Noor Island is an enthralling sight. By day, the waters of Khalid Lake comes alive in shimmering delight. By night, the bay mirrors the cityscape, creating a picturesque view. From 9 AM to 10:30 PM you can book a delicious culinary experience and enjoy a guided tour of the island as an added value. Book your table for mealtimes By the Bay.

With an open-air venue like no other, Al Noor Island offers a magnificent outdoor day and night experience combining nature and technology. Starting from small gatherings or functions to having the whole island exclusively to yourself, the island can be booked for outdoor and indoor events such as weddings, corporate gatherings, team-building activities, performances, dinners, birthday parties, workshops, book clubs, fitness classes, photo and film shoots and much more! Make your event or gathering a unique experience for your guests at Al Noor Island.



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