Jeddah and the inaugural Islamic Arts Biennale
In March 2023, I was fortunate to be invited by my friend, film director Ovidio Salazar, to attend the inaugural Islamic Arts Biennale in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Some of the installations at the biennale, and pieces of art in galleries I saw around the city, were breathtakingly beautiful.
The Muslim Quarter of Xi’an
Over the centuries, many Muslims travelled eastwards and ended up settling in Xi’an creating the Muslim Quarter. This area contains numerous eateries serving Central Asia food and is visited by both locals and tourists alike. It’s also home to China’s oldest mosque.
Colours and culture in Stone Town, Zanzibar (National Geographic)
Ruled for centuries by the Sultanate of Oman, Tanzania’s laid-back archipelago is home to a vibrant blend of African, Islamic and Portuguese architectural and artistic styles.
A feature for National Geographic Traveller UK.
Can Tunisia revive its tourist industry? (Financial Times)
Seven years after its revolution, the country is luring visitors back with desert settlements and a diverse history.
A feature for the Financial Times.