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Let’s be honest, most of us are always on the lookout for a quick and cheap getaway, and that’s not a bad thing! Many of the least expensive destinations have everything we need, from mouth-watering food to family-friendly activities and warm-hearted people to stunning landscapes. Who says you have to splurge to spend your days […]
Until recently, the famous Sultan Ahmet Mosque in Istanbul held the title of the largest mosque in Turkey with a capacity of 10,000 people. However, things have now changed and with splendid architectural designs by two female architects, Bahar Mızrak and Hayriye Gül Totu, the newly built Camlica Mosque in Uskudar, Istanbul holds the title […]
With breathtaking mountainous surroundings, Sarajevo is an evocative city that reminds its many visitors of its heavy Ottoman influence. It was most notably known to be home to members of all three major religions, which is why it earned the title of ‘Jerusalem of Europe’. Visitors can find mosques, churches and synagogues all within close […]
Renting a car and driving across the Balkan region has never been easier. With mountainous surroundings, lush green fields and historic monuments, it’s no wonder why many choose to road trip through the region. Even if you’re pressed for time, exploring multiple countries in the region is no big deal. With quick border checks and […]
For decades, mosques up and down the country have opened their doors for visitors of other faiths to bridge the gap between Muslims and members of other faiths. However, in 2015, the national initiative, #VisitMyMosque was developed by the Muslim Council of Britain with the intention of mosques opening their doors together on one day. […]
“To us pattern designers Persia has become a holy land, for there in the process of time our art was perfected, and thence above all places it spread to cover for a while the world, east and west.” – William Morris 1882 This online exhibition features original work by researcher and artist Dr Sara Choudhrey alongside works […]
