Al Qassimi Palace, Ras Al Khaimah

A Historic Landmark in Ras Al Khaimah

The late Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Humaid Al Qasimi built Al Qassimi Palace on top of a hill in Al Dhait North, Ras Al Khaimah in 1985. Its construction reportedly cost in excess of AED 500 million.

The marble facade, both majestic and imposing, seems to recount stories of lost times. It appears mysterious and slightly eerie, especially in light of the local tales that surround this abandoned palace in Ras Al Khaimah.

Al Qassimi Palace Becomes Al Qasr Al Ghamedh

Tareq Ahmad Al Sharhan has breathed new life into Al Qassimi Palace in Ras Al Khaimah. After buying it from the heirs of the late Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Humaid Al Qasimi in 2019, Al Sharhan commissioned the revival of the palace’s murals, sculptures, tiles, furniture, and gardens.

Today, the palace has been restored to its former glory and is now open to the public. Al Qassimi Palace, Ras Al Khaimah, has a new name, too: Al Qasr Al Ghamedh, “The Palace of Ambiguity.”

Architecture and Interiors

The palace has 35 refurbished rooms adorned with antique furniture and various works of art. The interior is a blend of Islamic, Indian, Moroccan, and Persian influences.

Come inside and discover the glorious things to see at Al Qassimi Palace: beautiful crystal chandeliers imported from Europe, the 12 astrological signs that adorn the walls, lavish marble floors, an indoor fountain, and lifelike murals of far-flung places. On the very top floor is a large glass pyramid structure that filters sunlight to illuminate the floors below.

The mystery of the palace continues with its rather unusual collection of marble statues, animal murals, antique artefacts, and paintings, all of which seem to be woven around stories of fiction.

Visitor Information

Opening Hours and Tickets

The palace is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tickets are AED 75 per person or AED 50 per person for groups. Please note that no photography is allowed inside.

Address

Al Qassimi Palace

Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Road, Al Dhait North, Ras Al Khaimah

Nearby attractions in Ras Al Khaimah

After a visit to Al Qassimi Palace in Ras Al Khaimah, explore other nearby attractions, including:

• Khuzam Family Park for ladies and children (9 minutes)
• Flamingo Beach, Ras Al Khaimah (9 minutes)
• Ras Al Khaimah Mangroves (11 minutes)
• Al Qawasim Corniche (12 minutes)
• National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah (15 minutes)
• Saqr Park, Ras Al Khaimah (15 minutes)
• RAK Old Corniche Sea View (17 minutes)

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