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In a world filled with the dynamism of both splendour and difficulties, dhikr has the power to keep us grounded and content. Dhikr has a very simple meaning which is the remembrance of Allah, yet the act holds great significance and has the potential to reshape our very existence. In Islam, there are certain phrases […]
Until 11th July 1995, the small town of Srebrenica was known as a ‘safe area’ for the thousands of Bosniak Muslims. But things changed on this day. Bosniak Muslim men were forcefully separated from their wives and children by Serb forces and more than 8000 Muslim men and boys were hunted down and killed after […]
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 […]
Perched on the tip of the African continent, Cape Town is a city that offers a wonderful blend of cultures, religions and cuisines. With the magnificent Table Mountain looming over the breathtaking city, there really is no place like it! But it’s not just about the city and gorgeous mountainous surroundings! Visitors will be glad […]
It was revealed by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities that over 1.2 million overnight tourists visited Jordan in the first quarter of 2023. That’s a big deal, especially because it surpasses the 966,483 tourists that visited in the first quarter of 2019. According to Jordan, 2019 for that reason was considered a ‘golden year’, […]
What comes to mind when I mention South Africa? Safari Parks? The Apartheid? Maybe even Nelson Mandela? Whilst all these are good thoughts and answers, a part of South African history is too often neglected. The historical narrative of Muslims and Islam stretches back as far as the late 17th century when Muslims from the […]
