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Dhaka

Dhaka

Hectic, bustling, chaotic — Dhaka is an enormous city of endless possibilities with energy to spare. Though it can seem a bit overwhelming at first, visitors who take the time to explore will find the experience most rewarding. Delicious food, bustling markets, serene parks and gardens, lazy river cruises and death-defying rickshaw rides, fascinating museums, temples and mosques to ease the soul, and tantalising musical and dance performances; all this and more awaits the adventurous traveller who dares to venture into this unique city.
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Autumn and winter colours
Le Cap d'Agde Méditerranée, France

Autumn and winter colours

Discover the destination with all the gorgeous colours of autumn, it is also a place worth discovering.
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Mecca

Mecca

For over two billion people worldwide, Mecca is the holiest site, revered as the birthplace of Prophet Muhammad and the city where the Quran was revealed. Because of its profound religious significance, millions of Hajj pilgrims journey here every year from all corners of the globe, making Mecca one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse cities in the Muslim world — a true melting pot of peoples and cultures. Remember that this holiest of cities, known as Makkah, is only accessible to Muslims.
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Snowy Mountains

Snowy Mountains

Australia’s highest peaks are in the Snowy Mountains, where there’s thrilling downhill skiing and snowboarding during the snow season. Lively towns and resorts in this alpine region in the Southwest NSW are also popular destinations in warmer months for hiking, horse riding, kayaking, mountain biking and fishing. When spring melts the snow into cascading waters and wildflowers bloom, streams shelter trout and attract many fly fishermen. Vineyards in this beautiful region produce excellent cool-climate wines, and fresh produce is on sale at farm gates.
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Seoul

Seoul

Seoul is a city of contrasts in which the ancient and the modern coexist in harmony. In one sense, it is a hi-tech 21st-century city awash with neon lights and the sights and sounds of a 24-hour metropolis, while at the same time, a city retaining the majesty and graceful ambience of ancient dynasties that once ruled over it. Like the river Han on which it sits, Seoul is constantly moving as it strides boldly into the future, yet simultaneously managing to keep one foot firmly entrenched in its historical past.
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Five Days in Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Five Days in Dubai

The sun always shines in Dubai, ensuring endless fun on every holiday. Spend your days lounging at the beach, dining at celebrated restaurants, shopping at al fresco districts and immersing yourself in the city’s cultural best. Our itinerary presents thrills for all ages and settings that inspire.
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Three Days in Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Three Days in Dubai

Whether you’re new to Dubai or a seasoned expert, our city always has surprises in store. Explore sky-high landmarks, charming waterside spots and cultural gems aplenty. Or go off the beaten track to hike in Hatta’s mountains, camp under the stars and create memories to last a lifetime.
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Hira Cultural District
Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Hira Cultural District

The Hira Cultural District, situated at the foot of Jabal Al-Nour, offers a multifaceted approach to one of Islam's most significant historical sites. Not only a gateway to the Cave of Hira, the district itself is a destination with museums, gardens and cafes. Key facilities include the Revelation Gallery, which details the story of the divine revelation through immersive technology, and the Museum of the Holy Quran. For those undertaking the strenuous climb, the district provides a modern base with amenities, while its cultural exhibits offer a profound context for the spiritual journey ahead.
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Windhoek

Windhoek

Windhoek is at Namibia's centre in more ways than one: apart from being the country's main political hub by design, it also happens to sit in its very heart geographically, making the city an easy stop over on the way to Namibia's spectacular natural attractions. Some of those include the Namib-Naukluft National Park, with its striking Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, Etosha National Park with free-roaming indigenous animals, and the endless stretch of ghastly, striking Skeleton Coast.
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Museum of the Holy Quran
Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Museum of the Holy Quran

Situated within the Hira Cultural District, the Museum of the Holy Quran is the first of its kind in Mecca, dedicated to the history and physical tradition of the Islamic scripture. Its collection features rare manuscripts, including a photographed copy of the Uthman ibn Affan mushaf, and displays record-holding items like the world's largest Quran. The museum employs interactive technology to trace the Quran's journey from early transcriptions on materials like palm leaves to modern printed editions.
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Cemetery Al-Mu'alla
Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Cemetery Al-Mu'alla

Cemetery Al-Mu'alla, also known as Jannat al-Mu'alla, is a historic burial ground in Mecca, located north of the Grand Mosque. It is revered as the final resting place of several key figures from early Islam, including the Prophet Muhammad's first wife, Khadija, his grandfather, and other relatives. Access to the cemetery is restricted; only men may enter, and even for them, visits are typically limited to funeral services to prevent practices resembling grave veneration. Women can view the site only from the road overlooking its perimeter.
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Ain Zubaidah
Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Ain Zubaidah

Ain Zubaidah stands as a testament to ancient engineering, a water system commissioned over 1,200 years ago by Zubaidah, wife of the Abbasid Caliph Harun al-Rashid. Moved by the plight of pilgrims, she ordered the creation of a complex network to channel water from the Al-Kar mountains to the holy sites of Makkah. This 35-kilometre feat of engineering combined underground channels, surface aqueducts, and deep reservoirs, some reaching 40 metres underground, to traverse the arid landscape. Though time has left much of the original structure in fragments, sections have been restored, including a major renovation in the 1920s. The system's scale remains awe-inspiring, with its gentle gradients, 132 inspection chambers, and strategic storage tanks. Today, visitors can explore remnants of the conduits in the foothills around Makkah, a tangible link to a visionary project that sustained generations of pilgrims.
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Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition
Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition

The Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition offers a unique collection dedicated to the architectural heritage of Al-Masjid Al-Haram (the Grand Mosque in Mecca) and the Prophet's Mosque in Medina. Its halls display historical artefacts, including ancient wooden pillars, former doors of the Kaaba, and an ornate Ottoman-era stairway. Detailed models of both mosques provide a comprehensive overview of their expansive structures. For visitors, the exhibition serves as a valuable repository of Islamic art and history, illuminating the continuous care and development invested in Islam's two most sacred sites.
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