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The Socotra Island in Yemen has long been a land of mystery. Described as ‘The Galapagos of the Middle East’ & ‘The Jewel of Arabia,’ the unspoiled alien-like landscape of the isla...
Spain is renowned for its Islamic heritage. A legacy left after the Islamic Empire ruled & conquered the Iberian peninsula in 711. By 732, Al-Andalus was established, leaving behin...
Environmental protection & conservation is important in Islam. Muslims believe humans are stewards of the Earth, & it is a religious obligation to care for the environment & the pl...
The tradition of applying henna for Eid celebrations dates back centuries & is deeply rooted in Muslim culture. The art of henna has been practiced in South Asia, Africa & the Midd...
Tonight could be Laylat-al-Qadr - one of the holiest nights in the Islamic calendar, when Angel Jibril revealed the Qur'an’s first verses to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The first word of t...
From Baklava Cheesecake to Chocolate Samosas, fusion desserts are a fantastic way to celebrate. Food bloggers are reimagining flavours for the future! As Eid approaches, here are...
Did you know there is a Kaaba in heaven? Muslims believe Bayt al-Ma’mur is an exact replica of the Holy Kaaba outside the realms of human existence. It is located directly above t...
Artists have been using paper as a form of expression for thousands of years, through paper folding and intricate cutting techniques. Today, artists are redefining the art of paper...
Each year, the residents of central Mali work together to preserve one of the most iconic structures in both Islamic & African architectural history: the Great Mosque of Djenne, th...
During the last 10 nights of Ramadan, many Muslims spend more time in Mosques in contemplation & prayer. Mosque ceilings are designed to reflect the magnificence of the universe....
Scent, is inherently spiritual: it is unseen but felt. Some believe it is a "barzakh", a bridge or isthmus, between the world of the material & the spiritual. In Muslim cultures t...
The moment when a cat jumps on the Imam leading prayers in Algeria… Imam Walid Mehsas was praying Taraweeh, a nightly prayer occurring every evening during Ramadan, when a cat jum...