Oman Travel Guide - Holiday advice and travel tips featuring Muscat accommodation and restaurants, ancient history and culture, Wahiba Sands tours and activities. Also includes suggested itineraries and historical sites such as Bahla Fort, Muttrah Souk, hiking in Jebel Shams, Ras al Jinz, wildlife and conservation, Saiq Plateau, Shisr and Musandam.
Eastern Turkey Travel Guide - Tips and expert advice on everything from Ankara hotels and highlights to Georgian churches and Cappadocia, tours and historical sites. Also featuring suggested itineraries, when and where to go, Goebekli Tepe, Nemrut Dagi, trekking in the Pontic Alps and Anatolian Plateau, Mount Ararat, Sanfranbolu, Gaziantep and Urfa.
This is the true story of re-building a beautiful Damascene house and a chronicle of a country where many dreams are being shattered. In My House in Damascus Diana Darke reveals the Syria that lies behind our daily headlines.
With 25 years of expertise in the Middle East, the author provides an unparalleled guide to Syria, combining historical insights with cultural and social exploration. Living part-time in Damascus, she leads readers through significant sites and delves into the rich tapestry of Syrian life, fostering a deeper appreciation for the country's history and its people. This comprehensive approach makes it an essential resource for anyone looking to understand Syria beyond its landmarks.
North Cyprus Travel Guide - Expert tips and travel information, from Lefkosa hotels and restaurants to Roman sites and ruins, suggested itineraries, day trips and tours, festivals and wildlife. Also covered are Buffavento, Girne, St Hilarion Castle, Bellapais Abbey, Kantara Castle, Kyrenia, Salamis and Gazimag?usa beaches, Karpas Peninsula.
The remarkable true story of a Syrian ambulance driver, who built a cat sanctuary in war-torn Aleppo
A revealing history of Islamic architecture's influence on Europe's cathedrals, palaces and public buildings.
The modern coastal city of Muscat provides a gateway to scuba diving, dhow cruising and turtle watching, whilst the ancient inner regions provide ideal terrain to take a 4WD through wadis or desert. Some of the most luxurious hotels in the Middle East are in Oman, so this guide is suitable for up-market travellers and backpackers alike.
This guide to Tunisia contains information a nd advice on what to see, walks and tours, shopping, restaur ants, nightlife, how to feel at home, and how to get away fr om it all. '
Exploring the profound impact of Islamic architecture, this book delves into how it shaped the design of Europe's cathedrals, palaces, and monuments. It highlights the intricate details and stylistic elements borrowed from Islamic traditions, showcasing a rich cultural exchange that transformed European architectural practices. Through historical analysis and vivid illustrations, the work uncovers the legacy of these influences, offering a fresh perspective on the interconnectedness of different cultures in shaping architectural heritage.