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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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Tokyo Camii: An Islamic Gem Admist the Bustling Rhythm of Japan’s Capital
DESTINATION Shaopeng 3/24/24 DESTINATION Shaopeng 3/24/24

Tokyo Camii: An Islamic Gem Admist the Bustling Rhythm of Japan’s Capital

Tokyo Camii possesses a certain magic that seems to cleanse both body and soul, providing a serene refuge for those caught up in the hustle and bustle of the mundane world.

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A Virtual Wander through “Cartier and Islamic Art” at Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris
JEWELLERY Shaopeng 2/23/22 JEWELLERY Shaopeng 2/23/22

A Virtual Wander through “Cartier and Islamic Art” at Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris

Cartier and Islamic Art: In Search of Modernity opened its door to the public last October at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris.

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