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History & Heritage Travel

The Rich History of Travel in Islam

Long before Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus, Muslims travelled from one end of Africa to the depths of China. The names of some are famous such as Ibn Batutta, Ibn Jubayr and Al-Maqarri. Whilst they all travelled for different purposes, something innately drove them to traverse difficult paths to reach an end. Before the advent […]

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Travel

Revisiting The Saga of Prophet Abraham (AS) Throughout the Days of Hajj

As Muslims from around the world prepare to embark on their journey to perform Hajj, the story of Prophet Abraham (AS) becomes a timely reminder for us all. With the Prophet Abraham’s (AS) saga closely associated with the rites and rituals of Hajj, exploring his life allows pilgrims and non-pilgrims to better understand the significance […]

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Travel Wellbeing

Travel and Wellbeing: Does Travel Make You Happier?

When the word β€˜travel’ is mentioned, many of us usually think about breathtaking beaches, beautiful sunsets, and luxury hotels. Whilst all that is fulfilling and satisfying, and of course the reason why we vacation in the first place, travel does a lot more for us than we think.  Recent research has brought to light that […]

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Features INTERNATIONAL Travel

A different type of Hajj

The pilgrimage to Makkah to perform the Hajj is one of the most awaited times in the lives of a muslim. The Umrah is the beginning to understanding and creating a bond with Allah (swt). A physical presence in the holy land is a prediction made in the holy Qur’an which states that upon mention […]

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Features INTERNATIONAL LONDON Travel UK

Pilgrimage suspended over coronavirus fears

Saudi Arabia has suspended Hajj and Umrah to the country’s holiest sites Makkah and Medina over fears of the fast-spreading coronavirus which has left travel agents scrambling to rearrange bookings as pilgrims remain in the dark over how long the “temporary” ban might continue.  Riyadh’s foreign ministry said it will suspend all entry for pilgrims heading to Makkah and […]

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Features Shopping

A collection which will see you through the holy month

From romantic silhouettes to modern day kaftan, we’ve rounded up the best capsule collection to see you through 2019’s Holy month Anatomi Safiyaa Inayah Aab Modanisa

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British Muslim Magazine

Welcome to British Muslim Magazine, Britain’s leading Muslim lifestyle magazine offering inspiration, advice, shopping, food and halal travel advice to British Muslim audiences and international travellers. BMM is the perfect choice for everyone who wants to know more about our nation’s rich history and traditions.