AMMAN, Jordan (MNTV) — Umm al-Jimal, a historic village in northern Jordan, has been added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List, marking a significant milestone for the country’s cultural heritage. Located 86 kilometers (53 miles) north of Amman near the Jordanian-Syrian border, Umm al-Jimal is known as “the black oasis” due to its distinctive bla...
OLDUVAI GORGE, Tanzania (MNTV) – A groundbreaking discovery at Olduvai Gorge has revealed a 1.5 million-year-old “factory” of bone tools, challenging existing timelines and shedding new light on the cognitive abilities of early homo sapiens, reports Nature magazine. This find, documenting a systematic production of bone tools, pre...
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (MNTV) – The historic Qalaa Mosque in Al-Hinakiyah, northeast of Madinah, is being restored as part of the second phase of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historic Mosques. The initiative seeks to preserve the Kingdom’s Islamic heritage, emphasizing its significance as the land where the Qur’...
Islamic craftsmanship profoundly influenced Europe’s iconic medieval architecture EUROPE (MNTV) — Research suggests that Islamic craftsmanship played a crucial role in the construction of some of Europe’s most renowned religious structures, including Mont Saint-Michel, Durham Cathedral, the Basilica of Santiago de Compostela, the Leaning Tower...
The mosque stands its history, with pure and original beauty and simplicity, a hallmark early days of Islam RAFHA, Saudi Arabia (MNTV) – The Laynah Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in the northern borders region in Saudi Arabia, stands as a remarkable testament to the cultural and architectural heritage. Located in the historic village [&he...
Ramadan-long museum enriches spiritual experiences of its visitors, while spreading message of love MAKKAH, Saudi Arabia (MNTV) – Saudi Arabia has inaugurated the Holy Quran Museum, a landmark cultural and religious institution located in the Hira cultural district of Makkah. Developed under the guidance and support of the Royal Commission fo...
Spain’s Ronda reminds travellers of its centuries old rich Islamic heritage and historic landmarks MALAGA, Spain (MNTV) — Spain’s historic city of Ronda, located in the Andalusian province of Malaga, showcases a unique blend of cultural and historical legacies. Famous for its dramatic cliffside location and architectural marvels, Ronda also h...
Historically drums used to be common methods to signal suhoor and iftar in Muslim world AMASYA, Türkiye (MNTV) — The historic city of Amasya in northern Türkiye has once again brought its 161-year-old Ramadan tradition to life, as the municipal band performed concerts at the iconic Harşena Castle during iftar. Dating back to the Ottoman [&hell...
After six years of research across Southeast Asia, Yusof has revived forgotten Malay chess variants KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) — While modern chess enjoys global prominence, the Malay community once had its own strategic board games—now largely forgotten. A Malaysian researcher has spent years tracing their history and bringing them back to...
Discovery of an intact statue of Greek god Hermes reaffirms Türkiye’s deep historical and archaeological roots ASPENDOS, Türkiye (MNTV) – A significant archaeological discovery in Türkiye has once again underscored the region’s status as a cradle of ancient civilizations. Excavations in the ancient city of Aspendos have led to the unearthing o...
