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Thanks to its many modern neighbourhoods and ancient districts, every year, millions of tourists make their way to the sprawling city of Cairo. Whether it’s your first or fifth time visiting, choosing the right neighbourhood can be a challenging task. But make no mistake, past all the narrow streets and bustling traffic, visitors will find […]
For travelers with a passion for Islamic history, architecture, and cultural heritage, some cities stand out as living museums—places where centuries-old traditions meet curated collections of Islamic art and scholarship. Here are six remarkable cities where the story of Islamic civilisation unfolds across palaces, mosques, museums, and bustling streets. First stop…. 1. Istanbul, TurkiyeOnce the […]
The Muslim world has produced extraordinary individuals who have left an indelible mark on various sectors, from science and philosophy to sports, travel and the arts. These figures, often revered as the Greatest of All Time (G.O.A.T.s) in their respective fields, have not only shaped their own communities but have also had a profound impact […]
What is faith? That’s the intriguing question posed to visitors to the newly opened museum in County Durham. Faith is a very personal thing, and our object is to examine the history of faith, which is not often explained in a museum. We have sought to be multicultural and ecumenical. Our approach is to be object-based, […]
On 13th December 1204, the Jewish scholar, philosopher and physician Maimonides breathed his last. Born in the year 1135, he went on to accomplish a great deal whilst travelling from one country to another before he died in the early 13th century. Known as one of the most influential and important Jewish thinkers of all […]
Every year, The Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre (RISSC) publish a list of 500 of the most influential Muslims in the world. As part of that, they also feature a Muslim Woman of the Year as well as a Muslim Man of the Year. This year, Aisha Bewley was awarded the title after being recognised […]
