Land reclamation in the United Arab Emirates Land reclamation in the United Arab Emirates Major land reclamation in the United Arab Emirates, though a relatively recent phenomenon, has significantly changed the geography of many parts of the country. Some of the largest and most innovative land reclamation projects have occurred in the UAE. Countless land reclamation projects, both completed, under construction, and planned, have changed the appearance of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other emirates and helped to make them world-famous. Abu Dhabi One reclamation method used in Abu Dhabi is filling in low-lying coastal salt flats. Several industrial areas have been built in these areas. Yas Island,
Emirate of Sharjah as well as a number of cultural institutions including several museums. Distinctive landmarks are the two major covered souks, reflecting Islamic design; a number of recreational areas and public parks such as Al Jazeirah Fun Park and Al Buheirah Corniche. The city is also notable for numerous mosques. Emirate of Sharjah The Emirate of Sharjah (; "") is one of the emirates of the United Arab Emirates. The emirate covers and has a population of over 1,400,000 (2015). The emirate of Sharjah comprises the capital city of Sharjah, after which it is named, and other minor towns and exclaves such