"Egypt Travel Guide 2023/2024: The Most Recent Pocket Guide to Explore Egyptian Culture | Discover the Traditions, Culture Hint, Do's & Taboos | Egyptian Ways of Life" is an essential companion for anyone seeking to embark on a remarkable journey through the captivating land of Egypt. With its up-to-date information and comprehensive insights, this travel guide serves as a valuable resource, providing travelers with an enriched understanding of Egyptian culture and a roadmap to navigate th...

The bestselling Easy Reader series, with its distinctive three-part structure that leads beginners to intermediate-level comprehension, now offers Arabic - and aids learners with audio recordings of selected readings from the book freely accessible online.About the BookThe highly successful Easy Reader series is based on the distinctive approach that the best way to build language skills is to start reading it. Suitable for beginners to intermediate-level le...

Trivia-on-Book: A Thousand Splendid Suns By Khaled HosseiniTake the fan-challenge yourself and share it with family and friends!A Thousand Splendid Suns is a deeply moving story of friendship and love with a backdrop of Afghanistan’s history. Mariam and Laila are women from different generations and vastly different backgrounds. When Laila comes into the family as the second wife, Mariam initially has some trouble adjusting. Despite that, the women form a ...

This is the official Holiday FM Guide to Dubai. This handy bitesize guide gives you everything you might want for the ideal trip to the big city. Background information about the history of the City will hopefully give you a better understanding of its origins and make your visit more enjoyable. Get local information about the must see sightseeing places to visit to help make your trip amazing and memorable. The guide also covers tips on where to eat and drink and what to expect the weath...

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**'A moving portrait of Diwan and the Cairo that embraced it, an ode to all the people who have kept it going' Harvard ReviewIn 2002, three young women with no business degrees, no formal training, and nothing to lose founded a fiercely independent bookstore. At the time, nothing like Diwan existed in Cairo. Culture was languishing under government mismanagement, and books were considered a luxu...

Sun, sea, shopping, roaring nightlife, the world's tallest building, seven-star resort hotels and sprawling championship golf courses...these all come to mind when thinking about Dubai, the newest and most luxurious hotspot for business and leisure. But what lurks behind this glitzy glamour-town? Raymond Barrett investigates, and finds some fascinating results. Incredibly topical, Dubai Dreams is a must-read for anyone seeking a journey to the 'Las Vegas of the East' themselves, or those i...

Morocco is a country rich in culture and history. Nothing compares to its beautiful scenery, which includes everything from white sandy beaches of Tangier and Casablanca to the majestic Atlas Mountains.From my recent trip to this enchanting country in North Africa I've learned to appreciate Morocco's past, besides get a taste of life here. This article also contains photos, traveling tips and life in modern Morocco. Come with me as we visit the cities of Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakes...

Iran is rarely out of the headlines, and there is likely to be a rush of interest from tourists and investors if the provisional framework agreement reached in April 2015 is implemented, lifting most sanctions in exchange for limits on its nuclear program for at least ten years. Western fascination with Iran is nothing new. For centuries, foreigners have been entranced by a country that is quite distinct from all others in the region. Iran is home to one of the world's oldest civilizations...

A groundbreaking collection of poetry, personal narratives, and art from refugee youth from around the world—featuring a foreword by Ben Stiller, actor and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador."One of Ahmed's poems explores why he survived the bomb that destroyed his childhood home. It says, "tragedies always end with a period, but yours ended with a semicolon." This book is what comes after the semicolon. The chorus of voices of young people from places as diverse as ...

After years of diplomatic isolation Syria is emerging from the cold. Its government is a key Middle Eastern player, and will be a major element of any possible comprehensive Middle Eastern peace deal. To visit Syria is to become acquainted with one of the most rewarding destinations in the Middle East. Its historic attractions are stunning, and the Syrians are proud and gracious hosts; you can expect to be treated like a person and not just a tourist. Of course, there are always thorns wit...

Arm yourself with maps and all the information you need for walking through Cairos famous and ancient Islamic cemeteries, viewing their beautiful monuments, and meeting the people who call these sacred places home.Jeffrey A. Nedoroscik, the author of The City of the Dead: A History of Cairos Cemetery Communities, traces the history and growth of these burial grounds in this detailed guidebook. Whether you are an adventurous tourist or a scholar, youll have the necessary to...

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a photographic journey through one of Islam's greatest mosques, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi. Completed in 2007, the Mosque was commissioned by Sheikh Zayed, president of the United Arab Emirates, as a symbol of all the best in Islam. World Heritage Photographer, Pino Shah's images showcase the lush architecture and artistry that make this holy place not only a beautiful landmark but a sanctuary for learning and peace.