When we look towards the Golden Age of Al-Andalusia, we tend to look at it as a marvel of the past: a relic that was almost an anomaly in history. Even today, we struggle to comprehend the society that created masterpieces such as the Alhambra and many others. What is talked about even less are…
In the world of art, where the strokes of a brush unveil stories of human expression and cultural richness, Islamic art stands as a hidden gem. From intricate calligraphy to mesmerising geometric patterns, this art form encapsulates the essence of Muslim civilisations across the ages. The captivating beauty of Islamic art has taken me on…
Stepping into the enchanting world of Spanish architecture unveils a captivating story of the influence of Islamic art, interwoven with the rich tapestry of Al-Andalus. Al-Andalus was a medieval Muslim territory on the Iberian Peninsula, southern Spain, spanning from the 8th to the 15th century, characterised by a rich blend of Islamic, Jewish, and Christian…
Delhi, the capital city of India is amongst one of the top cities visited by tourists visiting India. It is home to three World Heritage Sites: Humayun’s Tomb, Red Fort Complex and the Qutb Minar Complex, all located in three distinct parts of the capital city. The Qutb Minar Complex is the oldest of the…
Lodi Road, located in the heart of New Delhi, India, is approximately six (6) km long and in its proximity, there are several historical buildings constructed during the Islamic reign over India. Two iconic mausoleums lie at either end of this road, namely Humayun’s Tomb towards the east and Safdarjung’s Tomb towards the west. In…
During the Islamic Golden Age which spanned approximately from the 8th to the 14th centuries, Islamic civilisation experienced a remarkable era of intellectual, cultural, and scientific advancement. At the heart of this progress was the pursuit of knowledge, and one of the fields that flourished during this time was astronomy. Celestial observatories emerged as architectural…
