The Philosophy of Geometry
“Geometry draws the soul towards truth.” ~ Plato Geometric patterns are a distinguishing feature of Islamic art, thought to reflect the...
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Ibn Battuta - The most famous explorer in the Muslim World
‘Traveling leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller’ - Ibn Battuta The most famous explorer in the Muslim World, Ibn...
Libraries in the Islamic Golden Age
Libraries developed in the Islamic Golden Age due to a commitment to literacy & seeking knowledge. One of the oldest libraries in the...
The Art of Ebru
Ebru is the ancient Turkish art of marbling - creating colourful patterns by sprinkling & brushing pigments on water, which are...
Men's Headress in Muslim Cultures
From the Kufi to the Taqiyah to the Ghuttra, headdress worn by men in Muslim cultures is wonderfully diverse and super stylish -...
Isra Wal Miraj
Isra Wal Miraj is believed to be the night in which Prophet Muhammad ﷺ embarked on a miraculous journey, from Mecca to the Al-Aqsa Mosque...
Ancient African Mosques
From Senegal to Ghana, to Egypt to Somalia, Africa is known for its fantastic mosques – each an architectural masterpiece in their own...
Muslim cultures and European Musical Instruments
From the bagpipes to the guitar, to the piano, many musical instruments came into Europe from Muslim cultures. Much of this is hardly...
Mosques in the Philippines
In the Philippines, Islam was the first monotheistic religion recorded - introduced in the 14th century by Arab & Gujarati traders....
Stained Glass & Muslim Culture
Muslim civilisations played a major role in inspiring the growth of the glass industry from the 8th century onwards. Mosques & cities...
The Art of Moroccan Design Aesthetics
Moroccan design is all about colour, texture & fluid lines. It is a unique blend of North African, Mediterranean & Islamic styles,...
Cats, books and the Qur’an
Cats were valued by Islamic scholars, who are said to have kept them in their libraries, because they would prey on mice that would ruin...
A Treasure of Samarkand: The Beauty & History of Shah-i-Zinda
Shah-i-Zinda is one Samarkand’s most beloved sites, which contains some of the richest tile work in the world. The magnificent...
The Rich Heritage of Ghademes
Known as the 'Pearl of the Desert' (Jawhart Al-Sahra), Ghadamès in Libya is one of the earliest & most famous Saharan cities. This oasis...
The Aesthetics of Persian Design & Culture
Persian design has a long history, with the greatest contribution to the world’s culture. The quintessential characteristic of Persian...
Paper Quilling & Islamic Art
Paper quilling is the art of manipulating strips of paper into detailed designs. The art of quilling has been around for centuries,...
The Rickshaw in South Asia
The Rickshaw or Tuk Tuk is a popular form of transport in South Asia. Colourful & full of joy, it is a moving work of art used as a...
The Art of Qawwali
Qawwali is a form of devotional singing related to Sufi philosophy. In this tradition, music plays an important part of the remembrance...
Rice Dishes across the Muslim World
As far back as 2500 B.C rice has been documented not only as a source of food, but a marker of tradition & heritage. From Nasi Goreng, to...
Muslim Kung Fu in China
Muslim Kung Fu is an important legacy of Islam in China. It was developed throughout history by Muslim Masters, who trained between...
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