The mausoleum of physician Ibn Al-Jazzar in Kairouan, Tunisia, is a moving testimony to Islamic medical heritage. Born Abu Ja’far Ahmad ibn Ibrahim Abu Khalid Al-Qayrawani around the year 898, Ibn Al-Jazzar came from a family of renowned doctors in Kairouan. His early involvement in the study and practice of medicine led him to become…
Mohammed Mazhoud Al-Qayrawani: The Poetic Voice of Kairouan Mohammed Mazhoud Al-Qayrawani, born in 1338 A.H. (1929 A.D.) in Kairouan, embodies the cultural and literary richness of this historic Tunisian city. From a young age, he distinguished himself by his exceptional memory and his love for poetry, having completed memorization of the Quran as a child….
Because the present no longer resembles us, we often travel to the past… This inspiring phrase, borrowed from Madame زهرة المدائن from his Facebook page, resonates deeply in us: “لأن الحاضر لم يعد يشبهنا فنحن نسافر للأمس كثيراً…” Kairouan, this historic city nestled in the heart of Tunisia, is much more than just a dot…
Celebrate Summer at the International Apricot Festival in Hajeb Layoun! We are delighted to announce the 2nd edition of the International Apricot Festival in Hajeb Layoun, which will take place from May 15 to 19, 2024. This event is a true tribute to the agricultural wealth of our region and a celebration of the apricot…
Calligrapher Safouene Miled: An Artist Inspired by the Beauty of Kairouan Kairouan, the city of a thousand arches and captivating streets, is a cultural jewel nestled in the heart of Tunisia. Among the artists who have captured the essence of this historic city, Safouene Miled, calligrapher and painter, stands out for his talent and passion…
