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Thai Muslims Celebrate Ramadan at Event
Thai Muslims gathered at Bangkok's "Ramadan City" iftar event, organized by the Thailand Islamic Center from March 23 to 26. The event saw local and foreign Muslims joining for iftar, evening prayers, and cultural…
La Sagrada Familia’s Final Phases
La Sagrada Familia, hailed as a global architectural gem and Antoni Gaudi's magnum opus, is nearing completion, with expectations to remove the iconic crane by 2026. This basilica, a must-see for tourists in Barcelona, Spain,…
Pakistani Hindus Celebrate Holi Festival
Pakistani Hindus celebrated the Holi festival, also known as 'Festival of Colors' in Karachi, Pakistan, yesterday. Gathering in public spaces such as parks, Hindus threw each other colorful powder and danced.
Holi is an ancient festival…
Karagöz and Hacivat Shadow Play Delights Children in New York
The New York Turkish American Art Society (TAASNY) hosted a Karagöz and Hacivat shadow play for Turkish and American children in New York, USA. This traditional Turkish cultural event, organized annually by TAASNY, was held at a…
Erzurum’s Famous Cağ Kebab on Ramadan Tables
Cağ Kebab, a signature dish from Erzurum cooked over wood fire, has become a staple on iftar tables during Ramadan, adding a special touch to the dining experience. Fırat Nezih, a restaurant owner in…
Novruz Celebrations in Baku Mark Start of Spring Festivities
The Novruz celebrations have kicked off in Baku, Azerbaijan, heralding the arrival of spring with lively festivities. Events at the Ateshgah Temple included traditional music, dances, and culinary delights, drawing…
Traditional Keşkek Dish Adds Flavor to Türkiye’s Iftar Tables
In the Iskilip district of Çorum, Türkiye, residents are upholding a centuries-old tradition by cooking a dish called 'keşkek' ( a traditional Turkish dish made from wheat grains and meat) in oven for 8 hours,…
Ramadan’s First Tarawih Prayer Held in Pakistan
As Ramadan commenced in Pakistan, thousands gathered at mosques for the first tarawih prayer. The Crescent Committee announced the official start of Ramadan after the sighting of the crescent, prompting a…
London’s Piccadilly Street Glows with Ramadan Lights
As Ramadan commenced, Piccadilly, London's renowned street, received special illumination adorned with the message "Happy Ramadan." The ceremonial lighting event, graced by London Mayor Sadiq Khan, featured numerous lights, capturing the…
Streets in Cologne Decorated for Ramadan for First Time
The streets of Cologne, Germany, including Venloer Street, one of the busiest streets of the city, were decorated with special lighting for Ramadan for the first time. The Ramadan Project, the organization that provided the decorations,…