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National Registry of Cultural Heritage The Digital Memory of the UAE

About the Registry

The Ministry of Culture, in line with its vision of "A culture that inspires the world and empowers young people to create the future," is committed to enriching the cultural sector in the United Arab Emirates. The Ministry achieves this by supporting Emirati cultural, artistic, and heritage institutions, providing a platform for creative and talented individuals across various fields, and promoting dialogue between different cultures. Additionally, the Ministry collaborates with strategic partners to deliver impactful outcomes that reflect the UAE's vibrant and diverse cultural scene at the local, regional, and global levels.

The Ministry of Culture, in line with its vision of "A culture that inspires the world and empowers young people to create the future," empowers young people to create the future, is committed to enriching the cultural sector in the United Arab Emirates. The Ministry achieves this by supporting Emirati cultural, artistic, and heritage institutions, providing a platform for creative and talented individuals across various fields, and promoting dialogue between different cultures.



Objectives

Establishing a unified national reference to document the elements of tangible and intangible cultural heritage in the UAE, according to comprehensive and approved standards.

Enhancing the protection and sustainability of cultural heritage through supporting preservation, registration, and classification policies at the national level.

Providing accurate and reliable data that contributes to improving cultural planning and policymaking related to heritage

Fostering community awareness and highlighting national identity by making heritage information available locally and globally in a way that supports study, research, and community participation.

Enhancing coordination between local and federal authorities to ensure the integration of national efforts in preserving and protecting heritage across all its forms.



National Cultural Heritage Registers of the UAE

The tangible cultural heritage of the United Arab Emirates encompasses a rich array of physical artifacts, historic sites, and architectural landmarks that reflect the nation's deep-rooted history and civilizational legacy. From ancient archaeological sites and traditional forts to historic pearling villages and vernacular architecture, these tangible assets serve as enduring testaments to the ingenuity and resilience of the Emirati people across generations


Modern  Architectural  Heritage

Modern Architectural Heritage

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National Register of Archaeological Sites

National Register of Archaeological Sites

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National Register of Artifacts

National Register of Artifacts

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