Biennale of Islamic Art: 6 key islamic art pieces throughout the world
The inaugural edition of the Biennale of Islamic Art is currently taking place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. More than 250 Islamic artifacts are on...
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Maqlouba: an upside down dish from Palestine
Do you like rich, satisfying comfort food? Then Maqluba is for you! This upside-down rice cake, popular in the Middle East, layers ultra-gourmet ingredients...
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In Egypt, 2000 Mummified Ram Heads unveiled, Gift to Pharaoh Ramses II
Several hundred mummified rams' heads have been discovered near the temple of Pharaoh Ramses II in Egypt. They date from the Ptolemaic period (323...
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Hammam : what are the origins of this ancestral ritual ?
The hammam is part of the rituals rooted in the cultures of the Maghreb and the Middle East. Also called "Moorish bath", it has...
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Unveiling the Face of a 2,000-Year-Old Arabian Woman
A reconstruction of a Nabatean woman, who lived over 2,000 years ago, is now on display at the Hegra Welcome Centre in AlUla.
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Why is the Arab world known for belly dancing?
From James Bond films to telenovelas, it's rare to find a depiction of the Arab world without belly dancers.
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From Yemen to Europe: the fascinating epic of coffee
Whether enjoyed in a busy café or sipped in the quiet of one's own home, coffee is a cherished and indispensable part of daily...
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A secret corridor discovered in the pyramid of Cheops
An unexplored secret tunnel has been discovered in the famous pyramid of Cheops. This find was made possible by a non-invasive technology allowing to...
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Video Games: Assassin’s Creed returns to the Middle East, but who were the Hashashin really?
The iconic saga created by Ubisoft returns to the Middle East, the playground of its first opus, Assassin's Creed, released in 2007 on PlayStation...