Dhaid Fort

Dhaid Fort
Near Dhaid in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Dhaid Fort is located in United Arab Emirates
Dhaid Fort
Dhaid Fort
Coordinates25°17′N 55°53′E / 25.283°N 55.883°E / 25.283; 55.883
Site information
ConditionRestored
Site history
Built1750
MaterialsRock, mudbrick

Dhaid Fort, (Also known as Al Hisn Dhaid) is a restored C18th fortification in the city of Dhaid, Sharjah, in the United Arab Emirates. It has long been an important stronghold for the Ruling families of Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah and a key strategic asset in maintaining a historical Qawasim dominance of the inland areas of the Northern Emirates.