The Soul of the Middle East & South Asia

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UNESCO Intangible Heritage

Palestinian Hikaye
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Palestinian Hikaye

The Palestinian Hikaye is a narratiave expression practised by women.The fictitious tales, which have evolved over the centuries, deal with current…

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Cultural space of Boysun District
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Cultural space of Boysun District

The Boysun District located in south-eastern Uzbekistan on the route from Asia Minor to India, is one of the oldest inhabited areas of Central Asia…

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Shashmaqom music
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Shashmaqom music

For over ten centuries, the classical music tradition of Shashmaqom has evolved in the urban centres of Central Asia formerly known as Mâwarâ…

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Ephesus
Archaeological Wonders

Ancient Cities of the Silk Road

Discover the architectural majesty of ancient cities that once stood as the beating hearts of global trade, science, and art.

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Period

Antiquity to Modernity

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Medium

Silk, Stone, & Clay

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