Maliha Desert
Far across the Sharjah Maliha road is Maliha Desert that is named after its beauty. Like any other place, the best time to visit is the ‘golden hour’ i.e before the dawn breaks. The desert starts at the very end of the Maliha village and spreads far and deep, like an ocean of golden sand. The weather was perfect for a nice ‘stroll’ in the fuzzy desert sand. Intermittently you will get to see small patches of desert shrubs and razor-sharp spiked cactus. A small rock like structure is situated at the far beginning of the desert. If you can manage to climb over the sharp rocks then you will get a spectacular view of the whole desert from the top. As the sun begins to rise, it is absolutely stunning to witness the conclave of the Sun and the infinity of the desert, giving it a mesmerizing Golden complexion.
People come to Maliha for different reasons starting from camping, quad biking, dune bashing or just to enjoy the peaceful environment and get the ultimate experience of the chilly winter winds in the desert! But whatever your intentions are, you will be served well at Maliha. A perfect destination for adventurers, family and individuals looking for a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. For me personally, I cherished the stillness of the desert and the serenity of the skies as it brought inner peace and tranquillity.
Note: If you are heading here during the winters, I suggest that you carry some warm cloths as the low temperature complemented by the desert wind makes it even more chilly. Enjoy!
– Luv n Peace,
Vinayak
Vinayak Bhat 