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A record-breaking 2.5 million pilgrims made it to Makkah this year to perform the major pilgrimage known as Hajj. With crowds all standing in unity donning their white Ihrams, pilgrims endured the extreme 45°C heat as they followed in the footsteps of Prophet Ibrahim AS in carrying out the many rituals of Hajj. Described by […]
Filled with natural splendour, beautiful beaches and charming in its very own way, Lombok is becoming Indonesia’s popular spot for holidaymakers and for good reason! With unspoiled beaches and many hidden gems, this authentic Indonesian island is also home to thousands of mosques! Located in the centre of West Nusa Tenggara Province, visitors will find […]
Earlier this month, both Wolfson College and the Aziz Foundation announced that they would be collaborating on launching a new scholarship programme which supports postgraduate education for students from British Muslim communities. With an aim to address the underrepresentation of British Muslims in postgraduate programmes, the scholarship aims to offer financial assistance to students who […]
Discover what it was really like for the Prophet (pbuh) to flee on his life-changing, eight-day 400 km journey from Makkah to Medina via a unique exhibition that has opened in Saudi Arabia. What’s more, it is even accessible to anyone around the world via a stunning 360° web link, allowing you to explore it […]
With a ten-day programme consisting of a jam-packed schedule of events featuring artists, scholars and poets, Bradford once again says hello to the Bradford Literature Festival! With hundreds of events planned, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a list of seven Islamic events that cannot be missed this year: PETER SANDERS: A RETROSPECTIVE Join Bradford Literature […]
In recent years, there has an exponential growth in Muslim travellers. In 2022 alone, 110 million Muslim international visitors were accounting for 12% of all international arrivals. With this number only predicted to increase to 140 million in 2023, Muslim travellers are constantly seeking inspiration for their next getaway. Whilst some destinations such as Turkiye, […]
