Historic landmarks in Iraq’s Mosul are reopening as the city heals from Islamic State devastation
For over 850 years, the leaning minaret of the Great Mosque of al-Nuri stood as an iconic landmark in the Iraqi city of Mosul ...
Foreign tourists shun India, too expensive and too polluted
According to official figures, only 9.52 million tourists visited the country in 2023. New Delhi is focusing on religious ...
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UNESCO Restores Mosul Heritage Sites Damaged by Islamic State
The Great Mosque of Al‑Nouri, Al-Tahera Church, and Al-Saa'a Convent were restored through UNESCO's $115 million Revive the ...
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Iraq: Mosul's historic al-Nuri mosque and al-Hadba minaret rise again
The leaning minaret of Mosul in northern Iraq has been restored using its original brickwork, years after it was reduced to rubble under Islamic State group rule.France 24's James André was in Mosul ...
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My 2-week Malaysia itinerary was epic — and full of hidden gems
Georgetown is a popular city located on the island of Penang, less than a mile off Malaysia’s west coast. Although it’s ...
Iraq: UNESCO supports reconstruction of Mosul treasures
In 2014, the IS terrorist group took control of the Iraqi city of Mosul, systematically destroying its many cultural monuments. Some historic buildings are now opening after reconstruction.
European city is one of the world's most walkable and a ‘hidden gem’ - full list
Travel experts at Skyscanner have revealed the top 10 most walkable cities for 2025, six of which are right here in Europe.
The Aga Khan dead at 88: Spiritual leader, philanthropist and one of the world's richest men passes away in Lisbon
Most often in the public eye thanks to his racehorses, the British citizen was the spiritual leader of 12 million members of ...
Aga Khan dead: ‘World’s most elusive billionaire’ & spiritual leader dies aged 88 as tributes pour in for racing mogul
THE man dubbed the world’s most elusive billionaire, Aga Khan IV, has died aged 88. Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, known best as a ...
The Aga Khan Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, spiritual leader and friend of the late Queen, dies aged 88
The Aga Khan was the spiritual leader of about 12 million people from the Ismaili sect of Islam, having inherited his title at the age of 20.
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The world's most photogenic pink buildings, from cotton candy-coloured monuments to bold crimson churches
The enduringly popular colour has been splashed across churches, mosques, shop fronts and even homes while some cities, like ...