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The loveliest castle in the world is in Britain

Visitors never forget their first breathtaking vision of Leeds Castle in Kent, rising majestically from the moat as it has done for over 900 years. With 500 acres of beautiful parkland and formal gardens, daily events and year round attractions, Leeds Castle is one of the best days out in Kent, you will want to […]

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Fethiye Mosque, a Symbol of Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman Heritage

The History of Fethiye Mosque – A Monument of Transformation Nestled in the heart of Istanbul, Fethiye Mosque stands as a testament to the city’s rich, layered history. Its story begins long before it became a mosque, tracing back to the Byzantine era, when it was originally built as a church. Today, Fethiye Mosque is […]

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The Martyrdom of Imam Hassan al-Askari – A Legacy of Devotion and Resistance

The martyrdom of Imam Hassan al-Askari, the 11th Imam of Shia Islam, is a significant chapter in Islamic history, marked by profound devotion, resistance to tyranny, and the preservation of Islamic teachings in the face of oppression. Born in 846 CE (232 AH) in Medina and martyred in 874 CE (260 AH) in Samarra, Imam Hassan […]

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Northumberland – The secret kingdom

Near the small village of Chatton in Northumberland’s north east stands a 3,000 year-old earthen rampart that offers an unrivalled view across the whole of this magnificent county – from the rounded humps of the Cheviot Hills on the Scottish border to Lindisfarne where creamy sands swirl into the North Sea. What makes this panorama […]

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The legendary Physician who pioneered Mental Health during the Ninth Century

Abu Zayd Ahmad ibn Sahl al-Balkhi, also known as Al-Balkhi, was a ninth-century Muslim physician who revolutionised how people viewed mental health. Considered way ahead of his time, al-Balkhi very much focused on holistic healing by combining physical and mental health to reach complete wellbeing.  Referred to as an encyclopaedic genius by Malik Badri, Al-Balkhi […]

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Fatima al-Fihri’s Historic Moroccan University

A trailblazer from her time, Fatima Al-Fihri was undoubtedly one of the greatest pioneers the world has ever witnessed. Celebrated in Africa and beyond, Fatima not only revolutionized education but also left behind a phenomenal landmark in Islamic history.  Whilst we may not have many details of her story, what we do know is what […]

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