No visit to the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Cvilization is complete without a leisurely stop-over in the luxurious café situated on the second floor, underneath the majestic Dome of the Museum. Rest for a while and admire the intricate mosaic of the deep blue night sky and its zodiacal signs. Domes have a long history in Islamic architecture and even in the early Islamic period, their interiors, found in palaces and bathhouses were often decorated with celestial maps, so the Dome of our Museum continues a time-honored tradition.The aim of the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Cvilization is to celebrate the achievements of Islam, its civilisation, its scientists and its artists. We hope you are inspired by your visit and you will be back again soon to explore more of our fascinating heritage.