About The Museum: The Sharjah Aquarium opened in Al Khan Old area in 2008. Covering an area of 6500mē, and consisting of two floors equipped with 20 water aquariums, each of which is filled with 1.8 million liters of water, it is the largest government learning center in the UAE. Submerge yourself in the colourful, rich and diverse undersea world that is home to a variety of marine life native to the seas around us. With over 250 species there is so much to see from the smallest clown fish and delicate seahorses to moray eels, rays and reef sharks. Take a journey underwater and discover everything from the larger ocean creatures to the smaller marine life to be found in the rock pools, coral reefs, lagoons and mangroves. Museum Mission: The mission of the Sharjah Aquarium is to encourage the people of the Emirate of Sharjah and all its visitors to cherish and conserve the beauty and wealth of the oceans.