Sharjah is the one of the seven emirates that belong to the United Arab Emirates. Neighbor to the emirate of Dubai, Sharjah is the third largest emirate in the country. Sometimes referred to as the cultural capital of the UAE, there are many sites and museums in Sharjah that honor the emirate’s maritime heritage. Many citizens choose to live in Sharjah and commute to Dubai. Sharjah is the only emirate to border both the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.