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Beyond museums – Doha’s public art
Beyond museums – Doha’s public art By: Rizwan Qureshi The sleek assembly of West… Read moreRead more Beyond museums – Doha’s public art
Explore Abha, Saudi Arabia’s Mountain Gem
Explore Abha, Saudi Arabia’s Mountain Gem As an Egyptian who lived in Saudi Arabia,… Read moreRead more Explore Abha, Saudi Arabia’s Mountain Gem
Cappodoccia – travelling back in time
Cappodoccia – travelling back in time By: Rizwan Qureshi Perched in a hot air… Read moreRead more Cappodoccia – travelling back in time
Exploring Singapore and its Muslim quarter
Exploring Singapore and its Muslim Quarter By:Fazal Qureshi Singapore is a nice blend of… Read moreRead more Exploring Singapore and its Muslim quarter
Tokyo Travel Guide: Travel Cards, Must-Visit Places, and Best Day Trips
Tokyo Travel Guide: Travel Cards, Must-Visit Places, and Best Day Trips By: Hassan Shah… Read moreRead more Tokyo Travel Guide: Travel Cards, Must-Visit Places, and Best Day Trips
Discovering Egypt’s Hidden Gems: A 3-Day Guide for Muslim Travelers
Discovering Egypt’s Hidden Gems: A 3-Day Guide for Muslim Travelers By: Lana Abdelaziz To… Read moreRead more Discovering Egypt’s Hidden Gems: A 3-Day Guide for Muslim Travelers
Herzegovina, Mostar, and the Beauty Along the Neretva River
Herzegovina, Mostar, and the Beauty Along the Neretva River By:Fazal Qureshi Our adventure took… Read moreRead more Herzegovina, Mostar, and the Beauty Along the Neretva River
Discover Azerbaijan: A Traveler’s Guide to Baku, Quba, and Shahdag
Discover Azerbaijan: A Traveler’s Guide to Baku, Quba, and Shahdag By: Dr Irfan Khan… Read moreRead more Discover Azerbaijan: A Traveler’s Guide to Baku, Quba, and Shahdag
Smile by the Fountain: Sarajevo’s Eternal Call
Smile by the Fountain: Sarajevo’s Eternal Call By:Fazal Qureshi My visit to Sarajevo was… Read moreRead more Smile by the Fountain: Sarajevo’s Eternal Call
Top Things to Do
Top 10 Things to Do with Family in Istanbul
Top 10 Things to Do with Family in Istanbul By: Lana Abdelaziz Istanbul is a city where history and modernity go along in harmony, making it an ideal destination for families seeking adventure in a culturally rich and welcoming environment. Whether you are traveling with young children, teenagers, or elders, Istanbul offers countless experiences that cater to all ages while… Read moreRead more Top 10 Things to Do with Family in Istanbul
Sacred Journeys
Essential Mobile Apps for Umrah Pilgrims
Top Apps for Sacred Journeys: Essential Mobile Apps for Umrah Pilgrims Performing Umrah is a deeply spiritual experience and having the right technology at your fingertips can make the journey smoother and more enriching. From navigation assistance to emergency services, these apps provide invaluable support to ensure that your pilgrimage is well-organized and stress-free. Nusuk Your Ultimate Pilgrimage Companion One… Read moreRead more Essential Mobile Apps for Umrah Pilgrims
Halal Food Diaries
Discover real halal food experiences from travellers around the world.
Where to Eat Like a Local in Cairo, From Street Carts to Hidden Gems
Where to Eat Like a Local in Cairo, From Street Carts to Hidden Gems Lana Abdelaziz Cairo is a city where food doesn’t just fill your stomach, it tells a… Read moreRead more Where to Eat Like a Local in Cairo, From Street Carts to Hidden Gems
Same Nation, Different Worlds: Regional Varieties of Saudi Cuisine
Same Nation, Different Worlds: Regional Varieties of Saudi Cuisine Lana Abdelaziz Growing up in Saudi Arabia, I thought I knew what Saudi food tasted like. But it wasn’t until I… Read moreRead more Same Nation, Different Worlds: Regional Varieties of Saudi Cuisine
Accommodations Guide
Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay, Singapore
Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay, Singapore A metropolis oasis refines the art of mindfulness and muhasabah By: Anis Ramli This five-star “hotel-in-a-garden” may be the stuff of ‘grams, but we were… Read moreRead more Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay, Singapore
Banyan Tree Krabi, Thailand
Banyan Tree Krabi A halal kitchen and Muslim-friendly initiatives set new standards for inclusive hospitality in Southern Thailand. Anis Ramli We’ve been eyeing Banyan Tree Krabi since it opened in… Read moreRead more Banyan Tree Krabi, Thailand
Culture and History
Want to learn more about the Bosnian Genocide? Here are 5 books we recommend.
Want to learn more about the Bosnian Genocide? Here are 5 books we recommend. Originally published by Our World Too and The Hybrid Tours The Last Refuge – Hasan Nuhanović ‘We went to the mountains of eastern Bosnia to hide from the war. As if a forest could shield you from a war. The war flies, reaches you in a… Read moreRead more Want to learn more about the Bosnian Genocide? Here are 5 books we recommend.
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Al-Asr & The Alhambra:Finding a Sense of Divine Time in a World of Haste Written by Kaleemah Muttaqi By the passing of time. Surely humanity is in grave loss. Except those who have faith, do good and urge each other to the truth, and urge each other to perseverance. Surah Al-Asr | Chapter 103 of the Qur’an One glance at…
Uzbekistan: A Symphony in Blue—The Timeless Allure of Islamic Art and Architecture By: Dr Mohammad Abul Mufazzal Nestled along the ancient Silk Road, Uzbekistan is a land where time seems to pause, allowing the whispers of history to echo through its labyrinthine cities. Here, the legacy of Islamic art and architecture unfolds like a grand epic, etched in turquoise mosaics,…
Islamic Art and Architecture: Bridging Material and Spiritual Realms By: Dr M A Mufazzal The sun had just begun to rise over the city of Agra, casting a soft orange hue on the horizon as I approached the Taj Mahal, one of the most breathtaking examples of Islamic art and architecture in the world. As I stood before the massive
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