Al Sharisha, Ras Al Khaimah

Al Sharisha is a residential community in Ras Al Khaimah. It is well connected to the neighbouring communities, including Al Mataf, Al Nudood, Wadi Ammar, Al Sall, Al Rams and Shamal Julphar. Al Mataf Road runs alongside the community and further connects with Al Manama – Ras Al Khaimah Road. The community mainly consists of affordable villas.

• A waterfront community in Ras Al Khaimah
• Features villas in diverse configurations
• Quick access to supermarkets, mosques and schools
• Al Mataf Road runs along the community

Al Sharisha RAK is a bustling neighbourhood with retail shops, restaurants, supermarkets and other commercial spots. The well-connected road network ensures a hassle-free commute. As for the residential side, the community offers villas in different layouts. Although most properties are occupied, those interested in living in the community can find a few vacant options.

Properties in Al Sharisha Ras Al Khaimah mainly include villas. These houses come with a spacious living area, a well-equipped kitchen, a maid’s room and a powder room. Each bedroom has an attached bathroom and a built-in wardrobe. Other features include a maid’s room, a parking area, a laundry, a storage room and a private garden.

Villas for sale in Al Sharisha are moderately priced. An 11,000 sq. ft. 5-bedroom villa for sale in Al Sharisha costs around AED 5M. Similarly, those looking for affordable accommodation can also consider rental villas in Al Sharisha.

Finding a parking space in Al Sharisha isn’t a hassle as each house comes with a dedicated parking area. Visitors can settle for street parking facilities.

Public transportation in Ras Al Khaimah includes bus stations, taxis, rental buses, maritime transport, tourist transport, commercial transport, school and passenger transport services. The most popular means of public transportation in Al Sharisha is the bus service. The nearest bus station is RAK Bus Station, a 22-minute drive away in Al Dhait South. Residents can hire a cab to reach their destination quickly.

Those with private conveyance can use Al Mataf Road, which connects the neighbourhood with Al Manama – Ras Al Khaimah Road.

There are plenty of local grocery stores and supermarkets in Al Sharisha offering a range of quality products. These include Alfenjan Grocery, Al Nawaa Grocery, Safiya Grocery, Al Watni Grocery, Hanhoon Grocery, Al Johara Grocery, Al Wathba Grocery and Al Satwa Grocery. These are a 1 to 3-minute drive away.

For larger grocery hauls, Carrefour in Al Manar Mall is the most convenient. It is one of the top Carrefour supermarkets in Ras Al Khaimah, serving groceries, deli products, apparel, sports goods and household items. It takes about a 14-minute drive to reach the store.

Mosques in Al Sharisha Ras Al Khaimah include Saleh al-Shehhi Mosque, Rahma Mishari Mosque and Rahman Mosque, to name a few.

Churches near Al Sharisha RAK are around 8 minutes away, towards Al Mamourah. These include St. Luke Church Complex, Church of God Ras Al Khaima, Emirates Christian Church, Apostolic Tamil Church and NTC Ras al Khaimah (TPM).

For toddlers, Little Dream Nursery Julphar and Al Basher Kindergarten are present in the neighbourhood. Salaf Al Saleh Ras Al Khaimah School RAK, Al Mataf School, Al Rams Secondary School For Boys and Al Yassir Boys School for Basic Education are good primary and secondary education choices.

Parents looking for other options can find some of the best schools in Ras Al Khaimah at a short drive. These include Bangladesh Islamia School RAK and Ideal English School.

Emirates Munnar Catering College (MCC) RAK is one of the top universities in Ras Al Khaimah, offering diplomas and short courses in hospitality, management and cookery. It also organises on-job training for students. It will take a 3-minute drive to reach the educational institute.

Julphar Health Centre in Al Mataf is a premium healthcare facility.

Shamal Health Centre (MOH) in Shamal Julphar is a 7-minute drive away. Al Rams Health Center in Al Rams and Al Mamourah Health Center at Al Muntasir Road, Al Mamourah, are located within a 9-minute driving distance.

Residents can find some of the best clinics in Ras Al Khaimah, including Aster Clinic, Ras Al Khaimah and Thumbay Clinic RAK, at a 12-minute drive from the community.

Al Zahrawi Hospital in Al Seer district is one of the top private hospitals in Ras Al Khaimah. The Ministry of Health recognises it in the UAE due to its quality healthcare services.

The community also has a few pharmacy stores such as Alaaela Pharmacy, Aster Pharmacy and Al Khair Pharmacy.

Al Sharisha is surrounded by popular residential communities, including Al Mataf,  Al Nudood, Al Rams, Wadi Ammar and Al Sall. Shamal Julphar, Al Ghubb and Seihh Al Ghubb are other residential areas near the neighbourhood.

Chinese Center is the shopping centre in the neighbourhood. Some of the popular malls in RAK, like Al Naeem Mall and Manar Mall, are a 13 to 15-minute drive from the district.

Al Naeem Mall in Dafan Al Nakheel is a 13-minute drive away.  The four-storey mall has around 200 retail shops, restaurants, a cinema and Magic Planet.

Manar Mall is a 15-minute drive from the community. Visitors can find renowned fashion brands such as Marks & Spencer, Sephora, MAC, H&M and Next.  It also has a branch of Carrefour and a cinema.

Local eateries and casual dining restaurants in Ras Al Khaimah serve delicious food. Restaurants in Al Sharisha include Bait Al Mandi Restaurant, Yasmin Restaurant, Lekwar Restaurant and Zahrat Al Wadi Pastry.

Other restaurants in the neighbouring communities include Hot Spicy Restaurant, Al Falah Chapli Kabab Ras Al Khaimah, Al Awan Restaurant, Lava Java restaurant and Café, Ghamdan Restaurant and Al Khunaizi Restaurant among others. These eateries are a short drive from Al Sharisha.

Al Sharisha is close to the coastal area of the emirate. Residents will find many beaches near the community. The popular ones include Al Rams Beach, Al Maamora Beach, Jazirat Al Hamra Beach, RAK Public Beach and Sidroh Beach. These are accessible at an 8 to 18-minute drive by car.

Notable leisure attractions near Al Sharisha RAK are:

• Bin Majid Museum
• National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah
• Tower Links Golf Club

Bin Majid Museum on Al Mamourah Road is an 11-minute drive away.

National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah is a prominent heritage site. The building was turned into a museum in 1987, displaying a collection of archaeological, ethnological and ethnographic objects. Some interesting features of the fort are the inner courtyard garden, the wind tower and carved designs on wooden doors.

Tower Links Golf Club is home to an 18-hole golf course and features a club, a spa and a casual dining restaurant. There are several big screens set up in the Bunker Lounge where visitors can watch their favourite games. You can also enjoy a game of billiards and dart with your friends.

Residents can spend an evening out with family and friends at the community parks nearby. Some popular parks near Sharisha are Al Uraibi Park, Al Qurm Park, Dahan Garden, Apple Park and Khuzam Family Park only for ladies.

Fitness enthusiasts can head to gyms near Al Sharisha to keep up with their workout sessions. These include Ruby Fitness, Rashaqa Life Fitness Sports Centre, Golden Lion Gym and GymNation RAK. It will take a 4 to 15-minute drive to visit these fitness centres.

Ladies can find plenty of beauty salons in Al Sharisha, such as Sonya Beauty & Henna Salon, Vasa Salon, Marwa Beauty Henna and Salon and Sehr Al Sharq Beauty Center RAK.

One can attend events held at AlRams Club, located at a 9-minute drive by car. Ras Al Khaimah National Theatre hosts different plays to support the local playwrights and theatre actors.

Al Sharisha RAK is a residential district with easy access to key amenities. However, finding a suitable property can be a bit challenging as most units are occupied.

Al Sharisha is a suburb in Ra’s Al Khaimah.

• RAK International Airport is a 25-minute drive away
• A 10-minute drive to Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa
• Al Nakheel and Ras Al Selaab are a 12-minute drive away
• Reaching Dhayah Fort requires a 12-minute drive