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Arab Culture & Civilization

Explore this exemplary library of articles and resources on Arab societies and culture. This site was originally created by the National Institute for Technology in Liberal Education (NITLE).

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Mosque in Turpan, China
  • Mosque in Turpan, China  
  • Description: Mosques can be found around the world. This picture is one in Turpan, China where a large Muslim population can be found. Notice the Chinese symbols above the entrance. Photograph taken by Nik Wheeler, copyright by Saudi World Aramco PADIA. 
Thai Muslims at a Bazaar, Chana, Thailand
  • Thai Muslims at a Bazaar, Chana, Thailand  
  • Description: Muslims can be found across the world. Most are found in Southwest Asia in places such as Indonesia or Thailand. Here, Muslim women stroll through a bazaar in Chana, Thailand. Photograph taken by Nik Wheeler, copyright by Saudi World Aramco PADIA 
Islamic Center of Greater Ohio
  • Islamic Center of Greater Ohio  
  • Description: The Islamic Center of Greater Ohio is a fine example of religious diversity in the U.S. and shows that Islam is a world-wide religion. Picture was taken by Stephen Graham in Toledo Ohio. Picture taken by Stephen Graham, Copyright by Saudi World Aramco PADIA. 
The Prophet's mosque, Medina 2
  • The Prophet's mosque, Medina 2  
  • Description: The Prophet\'s mosque in Medina is not an official part of the hajj but pilgrims often make the trip to see the holy site. This photograph was taken by Abdullah Y. Al-Dobais, copyrighted by Saudi World Aramco PADIA. 
A close up of Mina, tent city, Mecca
  • A close up of Mina, tent city, Mecca  
  • Description: On the plain of Mina, pilgrims stay in a large tent city where they continue their prayers and contemplation. This photo was taken by S.M. Amin. Copyrighted by Saudi World Aramco PADIA. 
Plain of Arafat on the hajj, Mecca
  • Plain of Arafat on the hajj, Mecca  
  • Description: The Plain of Arafat is located outside of Mecca but in nonetheless part of the Hajj. This is where the pilgrims stand and pray for most of the day. It perhaps is the spiritual high point of the hajj. This picture was taken by S.M. Amin with permission granted by Saudi World Aramco PADIA. 
The Prophet's mosque, Medina
  • The Prophet's mosque, Medina  
  • Description: Although not officially part of the hajj, many pilgrims will also make the trip to Medina to visit The Prophet\'s Mosque. This picture was taken by Abdullah Y. Al-Dobais. Copyright held by Saudi World Aramco PADIA. 
Ihram
  • Ihram  
  • Description: Photo of three Muslims in a state of Ihram wearing special clothing for performing the hajj. 

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