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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 […]
A small selection of the Courtauld Gallery’s important collection of Islamic inlaid brassware contains some of the finest examples of this intricate and refined craft. This significant collection is comprised of Islamic metalwork ranging in date from the 13th to the 16th centuries. It was formed by one of the great Victorian art collectors. Thomas […]
The Süleymaniye Mosque is an Ottoman imperial Mosque located on the Third Hill of Istanbul, Turkey. It is the second largest mosque in the city, and one of the best-known sights of Istanbul. The Süleymaniye Mosque, built on the order of Sultan Suleyman (Süleyman the Magnificent), “was fortunate to be able to draw on the talents of the architectural […]
Perfect 10 Perfect 10 offers you a private beauty and wellness service for men and women, from spray tans and makeovers to massages and personal training. Founded in 2011 by therapist and cosmetologist Charlie McCorry, who has worked on the red carpet and with the royal family, the company is a mobile personal styling, grooming and wellness consultancy, […]
Salima is a photographer whose collodion photography challenges people’s perceptions of cultural value, history, time and place. She has lived in Japan for twelve years and continues to feature internationally in publications such as the New York Times and The Times. How can we create travel photography to cherish when the journey is over? Rather […]
Sharjah-the neighbouring emirate of Dubai. With fewer crowds, a serene beach, various kinds of cuisine,history,and plenty of museums,Sharjah is definitely worth a visit, even if it is only for 24 hours. With the rise of tourism in Dubai, Sharjah is definitely a place worthy of attention, being only 30 minutes away. Getting in Getting to […]
