Man cannot discover new oceans unless he dares to lose sight of the shore. Andre Gide
Leaked images from cultural events held in Saudi Arabia caused great repercussions on social media. It was revealed that at the concerts held in the capital Riyadh, singers and dancers performed on stage in front of a digital representation of the Kaaba. While the images were considered a “scandal” by many social media users, some …
Kaaba, one of the holy places of Islam, is visited by millions of Muslims every year for Hajj and Umrah. However, Zamzam Towers-style structures rising around the Kaaba are criticized by some Muslims with concerns that they may harm spiritual values. The Saudi Arabian government did not make any statement regarding this issue and did …
The Kaaba, located in the Masjid al-Haram in Saudi Arabia, is a building where Hajj is performed and is considered sacred for all Muslims. Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and is performed by circumambulating the Kaaba and entering ihram. The prayer, which is obligatory for Muslims, is performed by turning towards …
The city of Petra is a mysterious ancient city located in the deserts of Arabia. The city draws attention with its flamboyant structures and history. It has 2200 years of history in a hidden canyon in Jordan. It was built by the Nabataeans BC on trade and caravan routes. The city, which was lost for …