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Every year, millions of pilgrims and over a billion Muslims recite a declaration of faith known as the Takbeer Tashreeq. But as this moment comes only once a year, it can be easy to forget the details surrounding how one should recite it and when it should be recited. Below we’ve outlined everything you need […]
While Uzbekistan may not be a popular holiday destination, the country is fast becoming a choice for many thanks to its attractive Silk Road cities. Bring up the topic of the Silk Road and we immediately think of large markets, imposing minarets, and camels carrying products ready to be sold. If you’re interested in the […]
Dhul Hijjah, also known as the month of Hajj is once again fast approaching. Millions of Muslims from around the world are preparing, or have already prepared, for their incredible journey to the most spectacular place on earth. The spiritual journey of Hajj is a fascinating endeavour. On the one hand, Islam emphatically focuses on […]
The Queen Has Two Birthdays Although the Queen was born on 21 April 1926, she likes to celebrate two birthdays every year. The second one is when the celebrations take place and usually, this is on the second Saturday of June. Why does she do this you may ask? Well, it all began with her […]
Ethiopia is distinctively known as the ‘roof of Africa’ as it is home to 70% of Africa’s mountains. With its beautiful landscapes, superb scenery, world-famous UNESCO sites and divine coffee, Ethiopia has slowly become a favourite for tourists, as it is known to have the most UNESCO sites in all of Africa! Although the Italians […]
Chethams Public Library located in Manchester city centre was founded in 1653 to facilitate the non-existent places for independent study. All thanks to Humphrey Chetham (d. 1653), the newly established library back then was converted from a Collegiate Church to a public library. The church itself was established in 1421 which means that Chethams Public […]
