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Why Riyadh is the perfect canvas for public art

December 13, 2023608 Views

Noor Riyadh 2023 curators discuss the festival’s themes • This year’s theme ‘The Bright Side of the Desert Moon’ explores light as a unifying force • The festival is curated by Jérôme Sans, Pedro Alonzo, Fahad Bin Naif and Alaa Tarabzouni Noor Riyadh, the world's largest light art festival, has returned to the Saudi capital, transforming it through a series of stunning public installations. Running until December 16, the third edition presents more than 120 artworks by over 100 artists, representing more than 35 countries. Presented by Lead Curator Jérôme Sans and Curators Pedro Alonzo, Fahad Bin Naif and Alaa Tarabzouni this year’s festival theme ‘The Bright Side of the Desert Moon’ explores light as a unifying force that sustains, comforts and connects us all. Artworks are...

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Kenya to scrap visas for all visitors

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December 12, 2023702 Views

Visitors to Kenya from across the world will no longer require a visa from January, President William Ruto said on Tuesday. Ruto said his government had developed a digital platform to ensure all visitors would receive an electronic travel authorisation in advance, instead of needing to apply for a visa. "It shall no longer be necessary for any person from any corner of the globe to carry the burden of applying for a visa to come to Kenya," he said in a speech in the capital Nairobi at an event to mark 60 years of independence from Britain. FILE PHOTO: A male lion lays near a female after mating in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, October 14, 2019. REUTERS/Baz Ratner Ruto has long advocated for visa-free travel within the African continent. At a conference in the Re...

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Picturing the Cosmos at Louvre Abu Dhabi

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December 12, 2023525 Views

ATELIER BRÜCKNER designs children's museum The Louvre Abu Dhabi is presenting the exhibition "Picturing the Cosmos" until June 2025. It was designed by ATELIER BRÜCKNER for the children's museum, a separate building within the iconic architecture of French architect Jean Nouvel. Through original objects, works of art and artefacts, children and young people are given access to the cosmos: playfully, scientifically, immersively – a curated experience over three floors. Louvre Abu Dhabi. Architecture: Jean Nouvel. Photography: Daniel Stauch Each floor is designed differently: the ground floor is dark and magical like a starry sky, the upper floor is technical and bright like a spaceship, and the basement, where Mars can be explored, is completely bathed in orange. The young museum ...

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‘Worst Christmas ever’ in birthplace of Jesus as impact of war empties Bethlehem

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December 11, 2023592 Views

Bethlehem is normally at its busiest at Christmas but this year war has scared away tourists and pilgrims from the Palestinian town in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, leaving hotels, restaurants and souvenir shops deserted. With global headlines dominated since Oct. 7 by news of the Hamas attacks in southern Israel, followed by Israel's military assault on Gaza and a rise in violence in the West Bank, business owners in Bethlehem said no one was coming. "We have no guests. Not one," said Joey Canavati, owner of the Alexander Hotel, whose family has lived and worked in Bethlehem for four generations. "This is the worst Christmas ever. Bethlehem is shut down for Christmas. No Christmas tree, no joy, no Christmas spirit," he said. Located just south of Jerusalem, Bethlehem is...

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Bait Al Zubair Narrative Days: A Journey Through Words

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December 11, 2023664 Views

• Shangri-La Muscat, Oman to host literary event on December 17-20, 2023 • To Host Booker Prize Winner Indian Author at Aangan by Chef Rohit Ghai • Award-winning novelists and authors from around the world to participate In its constant endeavour to underscore Omani heritage, Shangri-La Muscat is all set to host the Bait Al Zubair Narrative Days, where literary finesse will meet culinary artistry. Elevating the art of hospitality by blending modern luxury with authentic cultural experiences, the 5-star luxury resort will host a special event between December 17 and 20 in line with the United Nations Arabic Language Day, celebrated annually on December 18. The days will be filled with insightful discussions, book reading, seminars and storytelling sessions. With a theme r...

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Korean Templestay: Where tradition meets modernity

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December 10, 2023799 Views

Temples embody the living essence of Korea's 1700-year-old Buddhist tradition, offering an experience of the past in the present moment. Templestay is a program that allows visitors to stay within temples and immerse themselves in the temples' history and traditions. Temples are not static relics of history but vibrant places where monks continue to live, eat, sleep, and practice just as their predecessors did 1700 years ago. During the 2023-2024 Visit Korea period, Templestay announced that it will continue next year under the name of Special Templestay at major temples in English for foreigners. While times have changed, traditions have persevered through the ages. To preserve and pass on the unique cultural heritage of Korean Buddhism, monks maintain and operate temples, enga...

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Discover the magic of Christmas

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December 8, 2023742 Views

A Complete Guide to Festive Markets in Hungary Experience enchanting Christmas markets and warm festivities across Hungary. From the renowned Advent Basilica in Budapest, a three-time Best Christmas Market in Europe winner, to Debrecen, discover treasures, enjoy thermal spas, and celebrate the season. Don’t miss Hungary’s holiday charm. Christmas Markets in Budapest Must See: St. Stephen’s Basilica Advent Festival and Christmas Market According to European Best Destinations and based on the votes of over 374,000 worldwide travelers, the Advent Basilica has been elected the Best Christmas Market in Europe for the third consecutive time. As the winner of the Best Christmas Market in Europe award for 2020, 2021, and 2022, the Advent Basilica is undoubtedly one of the most bea...

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Heat of climate change in a sacred forest and valley

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December 7, 2023726 Views

Majestic cedar trees towered over dozens of Lebanese Christians gathered outside a small mid-19th century chapel hidden in a mountain forest to celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration, the miracle where Jesus Christ, on a mountaintop, shined with light before his disciples. The sunset’s yellow light coming through the cedar branches bathed the leader of Lebanon’s Maronite Church, Patriarch Beshara al-Rai, as he stood at a wooden podium and delivered a sermon. Then the gathering sang hymns in Arabic and the Aramaic language. For Lebanon’s Christians, the cedars are sacred, these tough evergreen trees that survive the mountain’s harsh snowy winters. They point out with pride that Lebanon’s cedars are mentioned 103 times in the Bible. The trees are a symbol of Lebanon, pictured at t...

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Indonesia eyes visa waivers for 20 countries, including India

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December 7, 2023786 Views

Indonesia is considering granting visa-free entry to nationals of 20 countries, including the United States, China, Australia, India, South Korea, Germany, Britain and France, to boost its tourism and economy, its tourism minister said on Thursday. The government will finalise the list of countries included in the provision within one month, according to a statement. Minister Sandiaga Uno said the president had instructed the government to consider the visa waiver as a means of boosting the economy, tourism visits and investment. FILE PHOTO: Vendors sell bandanas as tourists watch the sunset on Seminyak beach in Bali, Indonesia. REUTERS/Thomas White There were more than 16 million foreign arrivals in Indonesia in pre-pandemic 2019, according to official data. From January t...

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Showcasing beauty of Bhutan through Pemako

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December 6, 2023705 Views

# Newly introduced hospitality group – Pemako elevates the ultimate luxury travel experience # Its 2 stunning properties create an unforgettable holiday circuit across Punakha and Thimphu Pemako – a brand new luxury hospitality brand from Bhutan, invites discerning guests from India on a profound journey to the land of the Thunder Dragon. Their flagship hotel Pemako Punakha is now officially open and promises to showcase the country’s vibrant culture through – uniquely designed spaces, delectable cuisines, warm hospitality and perceptive experiences – seamlessly weaved together for an invigorating luxury holiday. Additionally, Pemako Thimphu, a recently rebranded hotel in the city centre is a remarkable addition to their portfolio. Both properties, with their distinct experiences,...