The magic of Morocco is in its details… A thread…

The colour blue (al-azraq) in Islamic tradition often signifies the impenetrable depths of the universe, and turquoise blue is thought to have mystical qualities. Uzbekistan is home to some of the most incredible turquoise Islamic architecture in the world. A thread…

It’s a pleasure. As you can see from the pic there are millions heading your way. 😃

Did you know that in Arabic, there are 12 levels of friendship? For every level of friendship, there is an Arabic word to describe it. From Sadeeq to Khaleel, it is rare to find all 12 levels of friendship in one person. A thread on the 12 levels of friendship in Arabic…

#TRIGGERWARNING If you want to respond to this tweet please use the hashtag #JusticeForRizwana Today I had a lovely evening with my princess #Rizwana She blew balloons, played with her new Toy Animals that Bacha Party sent her and finished her dinner. Then we all enjoyed

Maps can be a fascinating gateway to how extensively things change with time. Cairo in Egypt is a city that has undergone many changes, showcasing an Egypt most of us are wholly unfamiliar with, yet nostalgic for. A thread on ancient & vintage maps of Egypt & Cairo…

Free SIM cards with internet access Any Manchester resident who is on a low income and struggling to pay for internet access can now get a free SIM loaded with free data. SIMs come with free internet access for up to 6 months. list of libraries where you can access free data

Tea has a Turkish love proverb: “Sevmek Çay Gibidir Sevilmek Seker Bizim Gibi Garibanlar Çayi Sekersiz” Meaning “To love is like tea, to be loved is like sugar. The poor like us drink their tea without sugar”

Dabke is an Arabic folk dance which originated in the mountains of the Levantine region; including Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan & Syria. Dabke is derived from the Levantine Arabic word dabaka دبكة meaning “stamping of the feet” or “to make a noise”   A thread on the art of Dabke...

في المقهى/ At the coffee house • • Art: Mohannadra

🌟 Had a blast at the Community Football coaching day with mancityfc & Street Work Soccer Academy! 😃⚽️ The young players showcased incredible talent and skills. 🙌 #FootballCommunity #FutureStars #SkillsOnDisplay

With heavy hearts we pray for the people of Morocco and Libya. We are praying for those we have lost, and those who are injured. May the Almighty make it easy for them, protect them and comfort those who have lost loved ones. Please keep them in your prayers, and support

The Greenhouse Young Event Producers are back for another #LateAtTateLiverpool! ✨ Check out their audio-visual installation on 15 Sep which imagines how different the future might look & sound. Find out more about the programme: bit.ly/45M3IDe 📸 Anthony Wilde

The incredible ceiling of Bolo Haouz Mosque in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Built in 1712, on the opposite side of the citadel of Ark in Registan district. Thin columns made of painted wood were added to the frontal part of the iwan (entrance) in 1917. The columns are decorated with

Farsh House… The New York Times has mentioned in its article that Persian carpets, with a lifespan of over 2500 years, “are among the most complex and labor-intensive handicrafts in the world.” The design concept of this house by the incredibly talented artist Kaveh Dadgar,

“Lag Ja Gale Ki Phir Ye Hasin Raat Ho Na Ho… Shaayad Phir Is Janam Men Mulaaqaat Ho Na Ho” Tributes to #RajaMehdiAliKhan, the famous Urdu poet, writer & Hindi film lyricist, on his birth anniversary (23/09). In his early career, Mehdi Ali joined the editorial teams of the Urdu

Did you know the worlds first University was founded over 1000 years ago by a Muslim woman, Fatima al-Fihri? The al-Qarawiyyin University in Fez, Morocco, is still in operation today! For #WorldTeachersDay a thread celebrating Fatima al-Fihri & her commitment to education…

As a Muslim female in academia this has always been such a source of inspiration 🤍

BAYT AL FANN QUARTERLY is our NEW Print & Digital Publication, which explores the past present & future of Islamic art and culture. Our inaugural issue features the works of 40 extraordinary artists, each offering a unique perspective on the art of Islamic Pattern. You can

You know what the team behind Bayt Al Fann was busy at. . Have a look at the tweet below. They have started their quarterly publication and this is their first one. Kudos to the team for their efforts and presenting a great perspective Do show some ❤ 👇🏻👇🏻