The Sharjah Aquarium was opened by His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, during a ceremony on the morning of Friday 6th June 2008.The aquarium offers the opportunity for visitors to experience and learn about the marine environment of the UAE through its displays of a wide variety of local fish species. Advanced technologies and cutting edge design allows visitors to wander happily through tunnels and over bridges to gain differing perspectives on the 250 species , some rare, some just colourful, living in this beautifully constructed habitat.Discover the incredible species that inhabit the deep sea's fascinating hidden realm. Experience a close-up look at the regional fish species while discovering the history of Sharjah's ports and coastlines.