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Makhtûtât (manuscripts), is an Arabic word that refers to hand-written manuscripts contrary to printed books. “Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Manuscripts” is a treasured collection of manuscripts showing the connection between Al- Madînah Al-Munawwarah and manuscripts which goes back to the dawn of Islam and the immigration of...

Pertaining to the common concerns and interests between King Abdulaziz Foundation and Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, and aiming at employing the capabilities of the two institutions to highlight the history of women education in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the two institutions have concluded...

‘Al Bisht’, brings to the reader its aesthetic value and illustrates the deftness and skill of the local craftsmen who have sustained this unique tradition. ...

The Arabian Dhows is a true reflection of the gutsy character of Arabs who weathered the storm and returned home with the bounty their sea had to offer. In the book, ‘Arabian Dhows’, we set sail on the dhows that reveal the evolution of this...

The Frankincense is a gift of nature which men have held closely to their hearts. The book tells the story of how various cultures across the world have been fascinated by this enchanting Omani substance for centuries. ‘Omani Frankincense, The Legend and the Heritage’, documents...

‘SOUQS OF ARABIA’ presents the kaleidoscopic social and cultural fabric of Arabian Society. Photographic brilliance coupled with introspective story-telling gives the reader a vivid perception of the souqs in the Arabian countries. Meandering through the narrow alleys of the souq, it narrates the story of...

Under the shades of Arabian tents, it means delving into a deep mystical world of profound experience. Our specific choice of Arabic coffee as a subject is not accidental. The rituals associated with coffee brewing, serving and consuming are as methodical as the process of...

“The Black Diamond” takes you in a journey of beauty and elegance for every female to sense the harmonious stitched pattern… weaved in femininity, given the authenticity of the past and the spirit of contemporary elegance with all its aspects....

"Zawara Awal" is a book through which Ghanima Ibrahim Al-Furaih (Umm Saud) opens doors to Kuwaiti heritage and folk traditions. It stirs all our senses, taking us on a journey into the past and its beauty, while presenting us with authentic Kuwaiti dishes. ...

A passionate architect, Ahmed AlMahoozi gathered the aboriginal and spiritual fragrance of the traditional Bahraini doors and windows in his book entitled “Lewan”. It is the epitome of long journeys made in the organic alleys and corridors and between places where their names and some...