Old Hollywood was known for its glitz and glamour, for its brightly shining stars like Marilyn Monroe and Judy Garland. The Golden Age of Hollywood was a time between the '20s and '60s when the studio system ruled, meaning the Big Five studios controlled the film industry and the stars they made contacts with. Today, in times of individuality and independence, this would be hardly imaginable.
In Berlin soll ein gemeinsames Bet- und Lehrhaus für Christen, Juden und Muslime den interreligiösen Dialog fördern. Nun ist ein Buch herausgekommen, das den Architektur-Wettbewerb dokumentiert – und die Herausforderung veranschaulicht, ein Sakralgebäude zu bauen, für das es keine historischen Vorbilder gibt.
Hazrat Imam Complex is an important structure reflecting the cultural and historical heritage of Tashkent. With its rich architecture and deep history, this complex offers its visitors traces of Islamic culture.
Old Hollywood was known for its glitz and glamour, for its brightly shining stars like Marilyn Monroe and Judy Garland. The Golden Age of Hollywood was a time between the '20s and '60s when the studio system ruled, meaning the Big Five studios controlled the film industry and the stars they made contacts with. Today, in times of individuality and independence, this would be hardly imaginable.
Islamic Architecture is a whole new way of thinking and expression. Contemporary architecture is about newness with nothing to do with historical context.
Old Hollywood was known for its glitz and glamour, for its brightly shining stars like Marilyn Monroe and Judy Garland. The Golden Age of Hollywood was a time between the '20s and '60s when the studio system ruled, meaning the Big Five studios controlled the film industry and the stars they made contacts with. Today, in times of individuality and independence, this would be hardly imaginable.
Heydar Aliyev Center is a multipurpose hall located in Azerbaijan. Based on historic Islamic architecture, the structure made by one continues surface. The surface bends, folds, raises, disjoints a…
Embarking on a journey through of Kermanshah, we envision a boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Faizabad, where the echoes of Qajar architecture harmoniously merge with a modern aesthetic.
1. A room view like no other From @anastasia.cheers 2. Just a reminder of how Al Korba, Cairo will look like in a couple of weeks Heliopolis, or Masr El Gedida (New Cairo), was originally built on the outskirts of Cairo in 1905 as an escape for the rich. Its founder, Belgian Baron Édouard Louis Joseph Empain. Have you ever visited Al Korba during Christmas? From @amr.a.salah 3. Breathtaking shots with a beautiful Egyptian woman with a view of the Nile, at Sofitel, Cairo From @anastasia.cheers 4. Epic shots of Saladin Citadel the Saladin Citadel is a historic Islamic fortification. Originally built by Sultan Saladin in the 12th century to protect his Sultanate of Egypt and Syria from the Crusaders, it was home to the rulers of Egypt for over 700 years From @hsn08 5. Have you ever been to the Desert of Mamluk? The Desert of the Mamluks or the #Cairo Necropolis is an Islamic necropolis below the Mokattam Hills in south-eastern Cairo, Egypt From @matthew_raef 6. Have you ever tried Egyptian food? Egyptian cuisine is one of the finest among both African and Middle Eastern kitchens From @nicole.dara.1 7. QUICK REMINDER to spend your morning in Zamalek From hananourr99 8. First Rain in Cairo From mayymohamed_ 9. If you’re ever wondering where to travel, Egypt is your answer. Is Egypt on your bucket-list? Egypt may be known for ancient treasures and rich history, but there is more to this nation than you might expect. From surreal waters and golden sand beaches to remarkable architecture and natural therapies, Egypt is worthy of your bucket list From @shalabooca 10. 5 Hidden Gems in Downtown, Cairo 1. I absolutely LOVE all Sip branches. The place has such an aesthetic feel, coffee is amazing, and the staff are so inviting. 2. Caribou Egypt - This branch in Downtown has just recently opened. Haven’t been there except once, but I loved it, although it doesn’t have an outdoor area. 3. Eishmalh - It’s a restaurant and café that mainly features Italian cuisine. The interior design of the place is extremely exceptional. It’s also mostly crowded with expats. 4. Oldisheg - There’s something special to me about this place. It’s has a very simple and authentic feel to me and it’s also both, a restaurant and a cafe that mainly serves Egyptian and Middle Eastern food. 5. Cairoma restaurant - a REAL hidden gem! If you’re an Italian foodie, who still wants to get a local experience, then I highly recommend this place. From 11. 7 essential temples to visit in Egypt 1. Temple of Edfu 2. Abu Simble Temple 3. Philae Temple 4. Kom Ombo Temple 5. Karnak Temple 6. Hatshepsut Temple Did you know that Luxor is known as the world’s greatest open-air museum? as it is home to some of Egypt’s most famous temples, tombs, and monuments.Have you ever visited any of these temples? From @theblonde_traveller 12. POV: your Egyptian guide could read hieroglyphics, Have you ever been to Egypt? The word hieroglyph literally means “sacred carvings”. The Egyptians first used hieroglyphs exclusively for inscriptions carved or painted on temple walls From @longhaired_traveller via TT 13. The Mausoleum of Imam al-Shafi’i. Have you ever visited Old Cairo? The Mausoleum of Imam al-Shafi’i is a mausoleum dedicated to Imam Al-Shafi’i, one of the four Sunni Imams who founded the Shafi’i Sunni Islamic school of jurisprudence From @mohamdriyd 14. Did you get caught in yesterday's Rain? The best times to visit Cairo are from March to April and from October to November. These short shoulder seasons welcome comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds and low hotel rates on most days of the week From @mamdouhphoto 15. Egypt is calling Did you know that Egypt recorded a total of 13 million tourists in 2019, ranking 19th in the world in absolute terms From @ahmed_elbadawy 16. Trip to Egypt Here’s a short list of Things to Do when in Egypt: 1. Visit the Pyramids of Giza. 2. Cruise on the Nile River. 3. Hot Air Balloon Luxor 4. Visit the Egyptian Tombs 5. Explore Historic Cairo From @1foot_4ward 17. Cairo through our eyes, at Downtown Cairo Downtown Cairo has been the urban center of Cairo, Egypt, since the late 19th century, when the district was designed and built From @nadawinx 18. Kebab halla, Tag a foodie, and the recipe is below This egyptian beef stew is one of my most popular recipes so i had to make a video of it! it’s one of my go to stews during the winter and is especially great for ramadan. copious amounts of onions make this gravy so luscious and delicious. add corn starch to really thicken up the gravy or leave it as is! the best part is that it somehow tastes even better the next day, so make extra Recipe 3 lb chuck roast beef cubes (1 inch) 6 medium yellow onions, finely diced 2 medium yellow onions, sliced thin 4 cloves of garlic, minced 3 tsp ghee or olive oil 3 tsp tomato paste 2 cardamom pods 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp allspice 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1/4 tsp black pepper 2 boullion cubes 2 bay leaves salt to taste 6 cups beef stock or water 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup green onions for garnish From @bookofdishes 19. Have you ever had such a morning in Alexandria? Alexandria was best known for the Lighthouse of Alexandria (Pharos), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; its Great Library, the largest in the ancient world; and the Necropolis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages From @thenaracam 20. Here's a place to spend your Friday morning Downtown Cairo has been the urban center of Cairo, Egypt, since the late 19th century, when the district was designed and built From @mayymohamed_ 21. This building was built 130 years ago. Can you imagine living in there, at Zamalek From hananourr99 22. POV: you’re watching a local make fateer in Egypt Feteer Meshaltet literally “cushioned pies” or “cushion-like pies”, often simply referred to as feteer, is a flaky Egyptian layered pastry From @breeandjo 23. Is Sizzler, Cairo overrated or underrated? Egyptian cuisine is notably conducive to vegetarian diets, as it relies heavily on legume and vegetable dishes From @amrelhady__ 24. A quick tour of the The Egyptian Museum, Dowtown Cairo The Egyptian Museum is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East, and houses the largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world From @lou.to.go
In Córdoba, one of the historical seats of Islamic Iberia, a new hospital by Enero Arquitectura boldly references the city’s Moorish heritage.
The best black and white film allows you to create stunning images with your analog camera. But not all black and white film stocks are the same. They have different ISOs and use different emulsions that react uniquely to light. That means some film stocks are better suited to certain types of photography.
"Orientalische und islamische Baukunst" Wood engraving published 1876 showing details of mosques in Toledo, Tabris and Cordoba. Original antique print Light natural age toning. Revere side is printed. 21 x 13 cm ( 8.2 x 5.1 ")
Algarve, with its dramatic limestone coastline, is a popular tourist destination. It is also the historic center of the Portuguese Age of Discovery. Contents:CarvoeiroFaroLagosPortimãoSilves The Al…
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Testaments to the long and rich history of Mumbai, here are six of the city's most historic buildings, from temples to castles and mosques.
Algarve, with its dramatic limestone coastline, is a popular tourist destination. It is also the historic center of the Portuguese Age of Discovery. Contents:CarvoeiroFaroLagosPortimãoSilves The Al…
The entire universe is believed to be a huge spectrum of circles. All life is weaved around cycles - of breathing in and breathing out, birth and death, day and night and so on. Everything exists in one harmonious system and the key to realizing and appreciating this unity lies in nature itself in t
