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Wander in Islamic Art:  Eternal Letters
MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 5/25/25 MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 5/25/25

Wander in Islamic Art: Eternal Letters

Eternal Letters is an intimate world where sacred words meet artistry — where ink, colour, and paper become storytellers, whispering tales of one of the finest traditions of the Islamic world.

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A Sacred Journey to the Islamic Arts Biennale
MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 5/18/25 MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 5/18/25

A Sacred Journey to the Islamic Arts Biennale

This year, the Islamic Arts Biennale in Jeddah returns for its second edition, inviting us on a pilgrimage through faith’s many expressions — traversing time, space, and all that is in between.

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Wander and Discover: Art Week Riyadh
MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 5/14/25 MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 5/14/25

Wander and Discover: Art Week Riyadh

At the inaugural edition of Art Week Riyadh, I find myself surrounded by works from both established artists and emerging talents across Saudi Arabia and the greater MENA region — each contributing to a collective endeavour to redefine and shape their identities.

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Wander in Sicily: Mazara del Vallo
DESTINATION Shaopeng 4/27/25 DESTINATION Shaopeng 4/27/25

Wander in Sicily: Mazara del Vallo

Mazara del Vallo may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking of Sicily’s Arab-Norman past, but it’s a city where history still lingers in the air, waiting to be uncovered.

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Wander in Palermo: Castello della Zisa
MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 4/20/25 MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 4/20/25

Wander in Palermo: Castello della Zisa

The Zisa Palace, home to the Museum of Islamic Art, is a gem for anyone exploring UNESCO’s Arab-Norman itinerary.

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Wander in Sicily: In the Footsteps of the Arabs
DISCOVER Shaopeng 4/16/25 DISCOVER Shaopeng 4/16/25

Wander in Sicily: In the Footsteps of the Arabs

Arab rule in Sicily ended over a millennium ago, yet its influence remains deeply engrained in the island’s culture, shaping its language, cuisine, cityscape, and art.

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Wander in Malaysia: Houses of Allah
DISCOVER Shaopeng 3/16/25 DISCOVER Shaopeng 3/16/25

Wander in Malaysia: Houses of Allah

From mosques poised above water to those carved from pink granite or forged in steel, these sacred spaces stand as unifying expressions of faith, devotion, and spirituality of Malaysia’s Muslim communities.

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Shaping the Malay World: Islam in “Oceans That Speak”
MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 3/9/25 MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 3/9/25

Shaping the Malay World: Islam in “Oceans That Speak”

The Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia’s latest exhibition, Oceans That Speak, explores the role of Islam in shaping the Malay World, once a maritime trade hub and cultural crossroads.

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Kampong Gelam: Singapore’s Mecca for Cultures
DESTINATION Shaopeng 10/20/24 DESTINATION Shaopeng 10/20/24

Kampong Gelam: Singapore’s Mecca for Cultures

Kampong Gelam, Singapore’s oldest urban quarter, is a rare gem that invites wanderlust-filled souls to immerse themselves in its vibrant multicultural charm.

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Wander in India: Qutb Minar Complex
DESTINATION Shaopeng 7/28/24 DESTINATION Shaopeng 7/28/24

Wander in India: Qutb Minar Complex

The Qutb Minar complex, one of the most visited destinations in India’s bustling capital, not only illuminates a unique fusion of Indic and Muslim architectural traditions but also tells compelling stories of power, conquest, and faith.

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