Explore the mysteries of the abandoned village in Sharjah
Looking at the awesome Dubai skyline with its epic range of towering skyscrapers, it’s difficult to comprehend that a mysterious abandoned village in Sharjah is gradually consumed by the desert not too far from the city. Located near Al Madam Sharjah, the history of Al Madam Ghost City is mysteriously bewildering.
Intrigued to know more about the Al Madam Ghost Town story?
AL MADAM GHOST CITY – OVERVIEW
Since being abandoned, several stories have sprung up about the Al Madam Ghost City in Sharjah. While some say that ghosts and unseen entities ran villagers out of the town, others claim poor infrastructure and the offer of a better life is what made residents pack their bags. Whatever the reason, let’s learn more about the abandoned village near Al Madam Sharjah.
GHOST VILLAGE AL MADAM HISTORY
Despite the ‘buried village of Al Madam’ folklore, records prove that the Al Madam Village was constructed under the Sha’bi housing project in the mid-1970s. The aim was to provide permanent residence to the Bedouin population, mainly the Al Ketbi tribe.
The project was unsuccessful because residents had moved out by the mid-1990s. The town that previously rang with laughter, joy and celebration was silent, slowly sinking under the moving sands of the desert.
A widely held belief behind the village’s abandonment is that it is haunted by a notorious group of “djinns”—supernatural beings said to possess places and people. Locals also believe that something mysterious in the sand invaded the houses, leading the locals to flee the village.
Another theory is that the harsh living conditions made the village inhabitable for the residents. Strong winds started to fill the homes, and poor infrastructure made life in the desert difficult. Also, when cities like Dubai and Sharjah developed, residents willingly left their homes to seek better opportunities.
AL MADAM ABANDONED VILLAGE SHARJAH LOCATION
Since no one has concrete information about what happened, Al Madam Village is a popular tourist attraction for those with a penchant for unexplained mysteries. Al Madam ghost town location is near the Al Madam area on the Dubai-Hatta Road (E44). The village is approximately 70 kilometres from both Dubai and Sharjah.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR TRIP TO THE ABANDONED VILLAGE NEAR DUBAI?
Once you get to the Al Madam Village, you’ll first notice the eerie silence encompassing the entire area. It can be intimidating, but that is to be expected when exploring a ghost town! Then you’ll see homes with furniture inside, half-buried in the sand.
Explore the village and its abandoned houses, but don’t forget to document your visit with images and videos to share with friends and family.
The overall emptiness of the village and the sinister silence that constantly accompanies you can make you wonder if you are truly alone here. Or is it just your nerves and senses playing tricks on you? Who knows!
RECLAIMING THE BURIED VILLAGE FROM THE DESERT
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, recently issued an order to preserve the ‘Buried Village.’ According to recent developments, the concerned authorities have been notified to prepare the Ghuraifa Village for visitors and tourists. The directive was announced during the ‘Direct Line’ radio programme.
While the news is unexpected, it makes sense considering that the Buried Village has already become a tourist attraction, especially for those who love all things suspense and horror!
FAQS ABOUT ABANDONED VILLAGE IN SHARJAH
HOW TO GET TO AL MADAM GHOST VILLAGE NEAR DUBAI?
The Al Madam ghost town is approximately 50 kilometres from Dubai Zoo Safari and 65 kilometres from the Sharjah National Park. If you travel from Dubai, take the E44 highway to Al Madam.
For precise and accurate directions to the Al Madam Village, follow the Google Maps plus code: VQV7+WF Al Madam, Sharjah – United Arab Emirates.
However, if you want to get to Al Madam from Sharjah, you can use E88, E102 or S149 highways to connect to E55 and reach the Al Madam Village location.
CAN I TAKE GUIDED TOURS OF THE SHARJAH ABANDONED VILLAGE?
Yes, guided tours of the Sharjah abandoned village are widely available. You can book your trip with any travel agency or desert safari tour company in Dubai.
IS THERE ANY ENTRY FEE FOR AL MADAM ABANDONED VILLAGE?
No, there is no entrance fee to visit the village. However, if you hire a tour guide, you might need to pay for the service.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE FOR THE RECLAIMING PROJECT TO COMPLETE?
Although the authorities have not announced when the reclaiming will begin or how long it will take to complete the project, we are just as excited to see the result!
That concludes our guide to the Al Madam ghost village near Dubai. The town is located between Dubai and Sharjah, so it’s easy to visit from both emirates.
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