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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 […]
Look at any picture of the Wroxeter Roman City, and you’ll immediately assume it’s located in Spain, Greece or even Turkey. Unknown to many, this 2000-year-old archaeological site – which was once Britain’s fourth largest city – is situated about five miles southeast of Shrewsbury. Historically known as Viriconium, Wroxeter usually remains hidden from tourist […]
Beyond the skyscrapers and glamour of modern Singapore lies an area that dates back to the country’s colonial era. Kampong Gelam is one of Singapore’s oldest districts and was once dedicated to the Bugis, Arab and Malay communities. Back then it was known as the Muslim quarter as it was also home to the Sultan […]
After two turbulent years, many of us can once again hit the road and venture off on a long-awaited trip. The pandemic has taught us a lot and has, in many ways, transformed our perception of travel. Travellers from around the world embark on journeys with a different kind of intention now; to reconnect with […]
With Islam being one of the world’s youngest and fastest-growing religions, halal tourism, which was once a vague term, has now become a prevailing market. In 2013, it’s estimated that a whopping 108 million Muslim travellers hit the road! However, this increased rapidly to 160 million in 2019. Observing this trend very rigorously, many non-Muslim […]