By: Dina Kobeissi / Arab America Contributing Writer Damascus is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Although travel to Syria has been significantly impacted due to instability and conflict, more people are traveling to Syria again. Recently, famous Youtube channels like Drew Binsky, Yes Theory, Passenger Paramvir, Eva zu Beck, Bald … Continued
Doha, Qatar is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world. Once the poorest country in the world only 70 years ago, Qatar is now one of the richest countries in the world due to its large oil and natural gas reserve. Qatar is a peninsular country located just off the border of Saudi Arabia and surrounded by the Persian Gulf. Qatar’s capital, Doha, is one of the best vacation spots in the Middle East. Doha’s mix of modernity and culture offers an experience that most can never forget. Whether you are looking for a beach trip, an outdoor adventure in the desert, sightseeing, luxury, or a cultural experience, Doha, Qatar offers it all.
By: Safa M. Qureshi/Arab America Contributing Writer Yemen, the Arab peninsula’s poorest country, is one of the region’s richest in history and heritage. Situated in a mountain valley at an altitude of 2,200 meters, Sanaa has been inhabited for more than 2,500 years. In the 7th and 8th centuries, the city of Sanaa became a major … Continued
By: Pamela Dimitrova/ Arab America Contributing Writer Arab museums are jewels in the Arab world – they tell ancient stories, they carry proudly the Arabic culture and traditions, they educate and preserve. Here is a list of the top 10 Arab museums, everyone should visit at least once during their lifetime! The Egyptian Museum, Cairo, … Continued
SOURCE: THE NATIONAL BY: INDIA STOUGHTON Lebanon has long held the status of being the cultural hub of the Arab world, known for its dozens of annual arts festivals and vibrant gallery scene. Yet in recent years, due in part to economic woes, political turbulence and a dearth of state funding in the arts, it … Continued
SOURCE: THE DETROIT NEWS Dearborn – The Arab American National Museum has been honored by a Middle Eastern initiative that recognizes the accomplishments of Arab individuals and groups. The Dearborn museum received the Cultural Excellence Award from Takreem at a weekend ceremony in Amman, Jordan. Takreem, founded in 2009, seeks to recognize people across categories, encourage … Continued
Funding to be used for educational outreach programming about Arabs, Arab Americans and Islam Dearborn, Mich. (Sept 25, 2017) – The Arab American National Museum (AANM) is a recipient of the FY2017 Museums for America Award, a grant awarded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to assist in projects that strengthen the ability of museums to … Continued
Source: Middle East Eye #Culture An open-air museum displaying some of Haifa’s historic Palestinian roots in present-day Israel, is said to promote coexistence Haifa – In the old city of Haifa, a historically Arab city in the north of present-day Israel, history is visible in every corner. The area bears the stamp of the historical … Continued
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