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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 […]
Amman was recorded as the most expensive city in the Arab world, according to the Economist Intelligent Unit. What’s more, it was also ranked as the 29th most expensive city in the world! Ranking higher in costs when compared with Madrid, Miami and Beijing, those who want to visit Amman may find it a tricky […]
Hidden away in the region of northwestern Turkey lies the small town of Mudurnu. There’s no reason to visit Mudurnu except for one peculiar site; Burj Al Babas. Burj Al Babas is the perfect example of a property development project gone wrong! Home to fairytales castle taken right out of Disney films, the multi-million dollar […]
Alpujarras is a region which is located at the foothills of the splendid Sierra Nevada Mountains. While the region boasts charming farmlands, deep gorges and breathtaking peaks, it’s most notably known for its picturesque and Berber influenced white villages. The region is home to around fifty villages which have all retained their original and distinctive […]
London Celebrates Arab Culture for the 3rd Year. London is set to play host to the third London Arabia Art & Fashion Week in an annual celebration of Arab culture in the heart of London. The event organised by London Arabia Organisation will be held from the 1-16th of August, across multiple locations in and around […]
