The walled city loomed ahead of us. Our tour guide, a Khiva native named Mohammed, drew our attention to a map depicting its significance in the region. It read: “Welcome …
Why travelling in a group is the new solo travel
Does the thought of travelling in a group of strangers make you cringe? Or perhaps make you want to curl into a ball, rocking yourself back and forth? Well until …
Islam in Cape Town: a road trip
Unspoilt natural beauty. Three words which, to me, describe Cape Town perfectly. I have never before visited a destination which has the perfect balance between being …
Morocco: a traveller’s delight
With so many options, where does one even start planning a visit to Morocco? Everyone has heard about the famed squares and bustling souqs of Marrakesh set against the backdrop …
Bentota- Kissed by the sun
Bentota boasts one of the most exquisite beaches in Sri Lanka allowing you to bask in the serene tranquility of island life. It has everything you need for a sun-kissed …
Istanbul: A Crossroads of History
Tariq is a travel writer who specialises in Islamic history. An aspiring historian, Tariq is the founder of the popular Instagram page Hikma History, which explores the highs and lows of …
5 facts you didn’t know about the iconic Stari Most
If visiting Mostar hasn’t made your bucket list yet, find out why it should, starting with this iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site, Stari Most. 1.The bridge has no foundations The …
7 Reasons why every Muslim should visit Bosnia
What do you think of when you hear the word ‘Bosnia’? Here are seven things that will make you fall in love with this Balkan gem. 1. Rich Islamic heritage …
“Up, Up, and Away!” Flying in a hot air balloon over Cappadocia, Turkey
Ah, to take to the skies in a hot air balloon. Or to be more precise, to fly 3000 feet over rocky terrain in what is essentially a wicker basket …
Part II – Andalucia: Resurrecting a lost story
This is the second half of a two-part series that sees British Muslim and travel blogger, Soumaya, explore the cultural legacy of Andalucia. For Part I click here. He was …