Jeddah, a vibrant coastal city along the Red Sea, is one of Saudi Arabia’s most dynamic urban centers, where tradition and modernity blend in spectacular harmony. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a beach lover, a foodie, or someone looking to soak in local culture, Jeddah has...
Explore Riyadh in 5 Days: Uncover the blend of history and modernity in the heart of Saudi Arabia. READ MORE 7 Days in Medina: A Spiritual Journey Embark on a 7-day spiritual journey through Medina. Explore profound Islamic history, visit sacred sites, and indulge in the rich culinary tradi...
Is the Dubai weekend Saturday and Sunday, or Friday and Saturday? Dubai follows the Islamic tradition of Friday/Saturday weekends. So that means Dubai brunch on a sunday morning has become an institution for expats. All you can eat (and drink). It has to be seen to be believed!
My guest today is Joseph Henrich, a professor at Harvard, and an expert on the evolution of human cooperation and culture. I am a big fan of his book, “The Secret of Our Success” and he just published a new one called the Weirdest People in the World about people who fall under ...
While there is significant religious diversity in the Middle East, the predominant religion by numbers is Islam, and Islam has played a large role in the cultural development of the region. Islam originated in what is today Saudi Arabia in the early seventh century. An influential moment for th...
How old is the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? What is the history of Saudi Arabia? What years did the Mamluk Sultanate exist? What political divisions emerged in the Islamic world around the year 1000? What year did the Ottoman Empire end? What year did the crusaders reach Jerusalem? What year...
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Ramadan, also called Ramazan or Roarda mas in the Maldives, begins with a new moon as first seen in the holy city of Mecca, in Saudi Arabia (for this reason the exact date may vary by one or two days). As elsewhere throughout the Islamic world, an approximate month of fasting from ...
Meanwhile, the larger question is whether evidence will surface tying Iran directly to the Hamas attacks, which also involved a group called Palestinian Islamic Jihad. Iran backs both groups but has said it wasn't involved in the attacks on Israel. The U.S. and Israel say they don't have...
The Hajj, which is the Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, is required for all adult Muslims who are physically and financially able to make the sacred journey at least once in their lifetime. El Camino de Santiago (The Way of St. James) is a Catholic pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Santiago de...