Articles related to "Arabian Peninsula"
The Great Sand Dunes Caper
This article discusses the evolution of stamp-issuing agencies on the Arabian Peninsula, and explains the source of the excessive material available from some of these states.
This article discusses the evolution of stamp-issuing agencies on the Arabian Peninsula, and explains the source of the excessive material available from some of these states.
Caliche - Hard Desert Gardening
There is a form of soil that desert gardeners know well. It’s called caliche (pronounced kah-leech-ay, and it has driven many desert gardeners to desperation.
caliche • hardpan • calcrfete • duricrust • kankar
There is a form of soil that desert gardeners know well. It’s called caliche (pronounced kah-leech-ay, and it has driven many desert gardeners to desperation.
caliche • hardpan • calcrfete • duricrust • kankar
Dubai’s Top 10 Traveler’s Troubles
Most, who have read about or visited Dubai, understand it is a dynamic city, full of the excitement you will find in any city in the Orient or West.
dubai • arabian peninsula • hajar mountains • summertime dubai • spinney
Most, who have read about or visited Dubai, understand it is a dynamic city, full of the excitement you will find in any city in the Orient or West.
dubai • arabian peninsula • hajar mountains • summertime dubai • spinney
The Break-up of the Ottoman Empire
This article discusses the dismemberment of the Ottoman Empire, and the creation of independent nations in the Middle East between 1830 and 1948.
This article discusses the dismemberment of the Ottoman Empire, and the creation of independent nations in the Middle East between 1830 and 1948.
Archeological Potential of Arabian Lava Tubes
Well preserved artifacts and bones found in lava tubes suggest that the volcanic caves of western Saudi Arabia may be important to archeology.
archeology arabian lava tubes • archeology arabian volcanic caves • artifacts bones arabia caves • archeology arabian peninsula • skulls bones artifacts arabia
Well preserved artifacts and bones found in lava tubes suggest that the volcanic caves of western Saudi Arabia may be important to archeology.
archeology arabian lava tubes • archeology arabian volcanic caves • artifacts bones arabia caves • archeology arabian peninsula • skulls bones artifacts arabia
What is Caliche?
Caliche may be found a few centimeters under the surface or it may be buried in sand, and dust up to two meters below.
caliche • calcium carbonate • hardpan • calcrete • kalihari
Caliche may be found a few centimeters under the surface or it may be buried in sand, and dust up to two meters below.
caliche • calcium carbonate • hardpan • calcrete • kalihari
What is Drought-Resistent?
Drought-resistent plants are basically desert plans.
drought • drought-resistent • desert • water • little or no water
Drought-resistent plants are basically desert plans.
drought • drought-resistent • desert • water • little or no water
High Adventure in Arabia - Hail, Tobuk, Al Ula
Northwest Saudi Arabia is the ultimate frontier for the Middle East explorer, luring with a combination of colossal stone giants and mysterious archeology.
rock climbing • trekking • canyoning • canyoneering • biking
Northwest Saudi Arabia is the ultimate frontier for the Middle East explorer, luring with a combination of colossal stone giants and mysterious archeology.
rock climbing • trekking • canyoning • canyoneering • biking
Abu Dhabi Top Ten
Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates in the Middle East. There are many attractions but here are the top ten.
middle east • abu dhabi • united arab emirates • top ten attractions • corniche
Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates in the Middle East. There are many attractions but here are the top ten.
middle east • abu dhabi • united arab emirates • top ten attractions • corniche
The Divisions of Islam
Shia constitute 10 to 15 percent of Muslims, but are actually a majority around the oil-rich rim of the Persian Gulf.
islamic history • islamic sectarianism • sectarianism in the middle east • middle eastern history • religious history
Shia constitute 10 to 15 percent of Muslims, but are actually a majority around the oil-rich rim of the Persian Gulf.
islamic history • islamic sectarianism • sectarianism in the middle east • middle eastern history • religious history
Agaves - True Desert Plants
Agaves and Yuccas: Same order, same family; Aloes: Same order, different family.
agave • yucca • aloe • agavaceae • monocarpic
Agaves and Yuccas: Same order, same family; Aloes: Same order, different family.
agave • yucca • aloe • agavaceae • monocarpic
Arabic/Islamic Calligraphy: Treasure for the Eyes and Soul (#1)
Part 1 : Introduces Arabic/Islamic calligraphy as an art and a religious expression. Also provides links to sites where the artwork can be viewed or purchased.
calligraphy • arabic • arab • arabian • quran
Part 1 : Introduces Arabic/Islamic calligraphy as an art and a religious expression. Also provides links to sites where the artwork can be viewed or purchased.
calligraphy • arabic • arab • arabian • quran
Benefits of the Aloe Plant in Skin Care
The aloe plant has been used for over 3000 years to aid in skin healing, reduce perspiration and to moisturize.
benefits of aloe in skin care • aloe vera ingredient in skin care • aloe history • aloe barbadensis • anti-inflammatory agent
The aloe plant has been used for over 3000 years to aid in skin healing, reduce perspiration and to moisturize.
benefits of aloe in skin care • aloe vera ingredient in skin care • aloe history • aloe barbadensis • anti-inflammatory agent
Oman at Glance II
Article where you can get the information about shooping centres and geography of the Oman. If you wanna know about it, just go ahead.....
oman • muscat • culture • oman culture • empty quarter
Article where you can get the information about shooping centres and geography of the Oman. If you wanna know about it, just go ahead.....
oman • muscat • culture • oman culture • empty quarter
Stone Town, World Heritage Capital of Zanzibar
From the Old Dhow Harbour, through a maze of bazaars, merchants' houses and souks to the Sultan's Palace, Stone Town is living monument to East Africa's Swahili history.
stone town • stone town world heritage • capital of zanzibar • east africa • swahili culture
From the Old Dhow Harbour, through a maze of bazaars, merchants' houses and souks to the Sultan's Palace, Stone Town is living monument to East Africa's Swahili history.
stone town • stone town world heritage • capital of zanzibar • east africa • swahili culture
Syrian Cheeses
Syria has Several Wonderful Cheeses that Form an Integral Part of its Native Cuisine.
syrian cheese • middle eastern cheeses • charkassiye • jibne baida • shalal
Syria has Several Wonderful Cheeses that Form an Integral Part of its Native Cuisine.
syrian cheese • middle eastern cheeses • charkassiye • jibne baida • shalal
A History of Dhofar
Dhofar is a lush tropical region in the Arabian kingdom of Oman but it was not always a part of Oman and in the 1960s tried to assert its independence in civil war.
history of dhofar • dhofar revolt • sultanate of oman • gulf states • sultan qaboos
Dhofar is a lush tropical region in the Arabian kingdom of Oman but it was not always a part of Oman and in the 1960s tried to assert its independence in civil war.
history of dhofar • dhofar revolt • sultanate of oman • gulf states • sultan qaboos
Allusions to Kings in O. Henry
William Sydney Porter assumes his reader's have a solid knowledge of the Bible and will not only recognize but understand the allusions he uses in his narrative.
the gift of the magi • o. henry • william sydney porter. summary of gift of the magi • christmas short story • james dillingham young
William Sydney Porter assumes his reader's have a solid knowledge of the Bible and will not only recognize but understand the allusions he uses in his narrative.
the gift of the magi • o. henry • william sydney porter. summary of gift of the magi • christmas short story • james dillingham young
Editorial: No Arab Cooperation with American Investigators
After almost a year, American officials in Yemen investigating the October 2001 terrorist attack on a U.S. Navy destroyer are no closer to making a connection to suspected mastermind Usamah bin Ladin. Just as the investigation following the bombing of a U.S. Air Force housing complex in Saudi Arabia in 1996, Arab states are not cooperating with the United States. Why not?
yemen • united states • saudi arabia • usamah bi ladin • osama bin laden
After almost a year, American officials in Yemen investigating the October 2001 terrorist attack on a U.S. Navy destroyer are no closer to making a connection to suspected mastermind Usamah bin Ladin. Just as the investigation following the bombing of a U.S. Air Force housing complex in Saudi Arabia in 1996, Arab states are not cooperating with the United States. Why not?
yemen • united states • saudi arabia • usamah bi ladin • osama bin laden
Facing Mecca in a Modern World
The inability in some in the Islamic culture to accept modernity reflects a deep insecurity.
qibla • islam
The inability in some in the Islamic culture to accept modernity reflects a deep insecurity.
qibla • islam
Lesser Flamingo – Pink Wader
The Lesser Flamingo inhabits coastal and inland wetlands in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. It's breeding and feeding habits are unusual and interesting.
lesser flamingo phoenicopterus minor • pink feeding breeding threats • range wetland africa asia • migration chick juvenile • wader food nesting filter
The Lesser Flamingo inhabits coastal and inland wetlands in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. It's breeding and feeding habits are unusual and interesting.
lesser flamingo phoenicopterus minor • pink feeding breeding threats • range wetland africa asia • migration chick juvenile • wader food nesting filter
Oman Travel Tip, Driving in Muscat
Cheap prices, good roads, manageable traffic and plenty to see make driving a pleasure in Muscat, the capital of Oman.
driving in muscat • travelling in oman • oman travel tipconvenient and effective way to see • effective way to see muscat • muscat
Cheap prices, good roads, manageable traffic and plenty to see make driving a pleasure in Muscat, the capital of Oman.
driving in muscat • travelling in oman • oman travel tipconvenient and effective way to see • effective way to see muscat • muscat
Origins of the Arab Revolt in World War I
The Ottoman Turks failed to see the influence their secular brand of imperialism had on their Arab subjects, until it was too late.
arab revolt • world war one • ottomans • ottoman turks • cup
The Ottoman Turks failed to see the influence their secular brand of imperialism had on their Arab subjects, until it was too late.
arab revolt • world war one • ottomans • ottoman turks • cup
Poetry of Revolution
Throughout history, poetry has served as a call to arms for nations to unite in times of war and then as a romantic historical account of how those wars played out.
revolutionary poetry • political poetry • poetry of struggle • historical poetry • palestinian oral poetry outlawed
Throughout history, poetry has served as a call to arms for nations to unite in times of war and then as a romantic historical account of how those wars played out.
revolutionary poetry • political poetry • poetry of struggle • historical poetry • palestinian oral poetry outlawed
Quelea quelea – African Pest Bird
Red-billed Quelea, African weavers, are so prolific that a flock can contain millions of birds and consume every grain crop in their path.
quelea bird • pest bird • bird pests • bird pest control • locust bird
Red-billed Quelea, African weavers, are so prolific that a flock can contain millions of birds and consume every grain crop in their path.
quelea bird • pest bird • bird pests • bird pest control • locust bird
Rift Valley Fever
Illness and deaths associated with Rift Valley fever have been reported in Kenya, Somalia and Tanzania.
rvf • rift valley • fever • mosquito • disease
Illness and deaths associated with Rift Valley fever have been reported in Kenya, Somalia and Tanzania.
rvf • rift valley • fever • mosquito • disease
Royalty in the 20th Century (Part 6)
How the royal families of Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sweden and Swaziland survived the turbulent 20th century.
samoa • saudi arabia • spain • swaziland • sweden
How the royal families of Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sweden and Swaziland survived the turbulent 20th century.
samoa • saudi arabia • spain • swaziland • sweden
Saudi Arabia: Some Basic Information part-one:
This is about the basic information for those who want to visit Saudi Arabia in near future. Some traditions and basic requirements for trip. Some general information about its location, economy, export, restrictions and travel...
passports • visas • saudia • saudia arabia • arab
This is about the basic information for those who want to visit Saudi Arabia in near future. Some traditions and basic requirements for trip. Some general information about its location, economy, export, restrictions and travel...
passports • visas • saudia • saudia arabia • arab
Storks and Migration
Storks are birds of the tropics, but White Storks and Black Storks breed in Continental Europe, and then migrate south to Africa to spend the winter.
storks and migration • where do storks go • continental europe white black • tropical species migrate north • about summer winter migrate
Storks are birds of the tropics, but White Storks and Black Storks breed in Continental Europe, and then migrate south to Africa to spend the winter.
storks and migration • where do storks go • continental europe white black • tropical species migrate north • about summer winter migrate
Tagines for Low-Sodium Diets
The tagine is both a delicious stew and the pot it is cooked in. The delicious spice blend that seasons this dish will make you forget you ever needed salt!
low-sodium tagine • low-sodium recipes • low salt recipes • low sodium moroccan stew • ras el hanout
The tagine is both a delicious stew and the pot it is cooked in. The delicious spice blend that seasons this dish will make you forget you ever needed salt!
low-sodium tagine • low-sodium recipes • low salt recipes • low sodium moroccan stew • ras el hanout
The Islamisation of Southeast Asia, Part 1
The first part of a description of the spread of Islam in Southeast Asia and its distinctive features.
islam • colonisation • religious beliefs • aceh • melaka
The first part of a description of the spread of Islam in Southeast Asia and its distinctive features.
islam • colonisation • religious beliefs • aceh • melaka
The Origins of the Crusades
The origins of the Crusades in general and the First Crusade in particular have been widely debated by scholars and historians.
the crusades • umayyad caliphate • first crusade • reconquista • byzantine empire
The origins of the Crusades in general and the First Crusade in particular have been widely debated by scholars and historians.
the crusades • umayyad caliphate • first crusade • reconquista • byzantine empire
The Search for the Biblical Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai (Jebel Musa) on Egypt's Sinai Peninsula is believed by some traditionalists to be the site where Moses received the Ten Commandments from God.
har karkom archaeological survey • st catherine's monastery • mount sinai egypt • unesco world heritage site • burning bush chapel
Mount Sinai (Jebel Musa) on Egypt's Sinai Peninsula is believed by some traditionalists to be the site where Moses received the Ten Commandments from God.
har karkom archaeological survey • st catherine's monastery • mount sinai egypt • unesco world heritage site • burning bush chapel
Xinjiang
An introduction to China's north-west border region of Xinjiang.
xinjiang • china • tibet • islam • chinese muslims
An introduction to China's north-west border region of Xinjiang.
xinjiang • china • tibet • islam • chinese muslims
Aloes: Non-Desert Tropical
A beautiful succulent, aloe is very distantly related to agave and yucca. A much closer relative is asphodel.
aloe • aloe vera • yucca • agave • africa
A beautiful succulent, aloe is very distantly related to agave and yucca. A much closer relative is asphodel.
aloe • aloe vera • yucca • agave • africa
Coffee - From Bean to Brew
"Coffee...the finest organic suspension ever devised." (From an episode of Star Trek: Voyager)
coffee • beverages derived from plants • coffee is one of the world's most popular beverage • origin of coffee is uncertain • coffee berries were first eaten whole
"Coffee...the finest organic suspension ever devised." (From an episode of Star Trek: Voyager)
coffee • beverages derived from plants • coffee is one of the world's most popular beverage • origin of coffee is uncertain • coffee berries were first eaten whole
Face Veil Ban at Egypt's Al-Azhar University
Covering the face is part of early Muslim tradition, and a practice which persists due to religious beliefs, cultural influences and issues of modesty and spirituality.
face veil banned al-azhar university • history of hijab niqab face veil in islam • understanding niqab from religious point of view • niqab symbol extremism • face veil symbol extremism
Covering the face is part of early Muslim tradition, and a practice which persists due to religious beliefs, cultural influences and issues of modesty and spirituality.
face veil banned al-azhar university • history of hijab niqab face veil in islam • understanding niqab from religious point of view • niqab symbol extremism • face veil symbol extremism
Oman-You will enjoy it II
As you got some knoeledge about Oman there is another brief introduction to it. It gives the brief introduction to its climate and guide you that which part of the year will be the best for you. If you want to learn more about it read out the next article...
oman • muscat • history • cliamte • oman climate
As you got some knoeledge about Oman there is another brief introduction to it. It gives the brief introduction to its climate and guide you that which part of the year will be the best for you. If you want to learn more about it read out the next article...
oman • muscat • history • cliamte • oman climate
The Prophet Muhammad
Muhammad, the Prophet of Islam (peace be upon him), was an exceptional spiritual leader, military leader and statesman. He's the most important person in Islamic history.
the prophet muhammad • muhammad • short biography of the prophet muhammad • last prophet • messenger
Muhammad, the Prophet of Islam (peace be upon him), was an exceptional spiritual leader, military leader and statesman. He's the most important person in Islamic history.
the prophet muhammad • muhammad • short biography of the prophet muhammad • last prophet • messenger
The Worldwide American Military Presence
American foreign intervention has cost U.S. taxpayers billions of dollars since the end of the Second World War. However, foreign intervention is not unprecedented.
twentieth century american military buildup • soviet military bankrupting communist command econ • saddam hussein's invasion of kuwait • american third world power grab • islamic revolution and reemergence of the caliphat
American foreign intervention has cost U.S. taxpayers billions of dollars since the end of the Second World War. However, foreign intervention is not unprecedented.
twentieth century american military buildup • soviet military bankrupting communist command econ • saddam hussein's invasion of kuwait • american third world power grab • islamic revolution and reemergence of the caliphat
War, Religion, and Civilization
Why do some groups rarely fight each other while other groups engage in warfare rather frequently? The answers are varied, complex, and inextricable from human nature.
war on terrorism • middle east politics • nature of war • war and society • origins of war
Why do some groups rarely fight each other while other groups engage in warfare rather frequently? The answers are varied, complex, and inextricable from human nature.
war on terrorism • middle east politics • nature of war • war and society • origins of war
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan
Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan was the founding president of the United Arab Emirates. In the hearts of the Emirati, he was also the father of their new nation.
sheikh zayed president uae • sheikh zayed president united arab emirates • sheikh zayed bin sultan al nahyan • sheikh zayed ruler abu dhabi • gulf states leaders
Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan was the founding president of the United Arab Emirates. In the hearts of the Emirati, he was also the father of their new nation.
sheikh zayed president uae • sheikh zayed president united arab emirates • sheikh zayed bin sultan al nahyan • sheikh zayed ruler abu dhabi • gulf states leaders
Stop the Local Battles! Peace, my Friend!
Occasionally I have seen communities with only a couple missing links in the economic development package, yet were not able to get anywhere. With such a strong community, economic development should be almost automatic. However, in several specific instances, the downward spiral of local economy continued. As I interviewed local people to uncover the issues, it became clear that there was a major weakness. There was no peace in the community. This article speaks of the development of community peace
peace • community • rural • small church • entrepreneur
Occasionally I have seen communities with only a couple missing links in the economic development package, yet were not able to get anywhere. With such a strong community, economic development should be almost automatic. However, in several specific instances, the downward spiral of local economy continued. As I interviewed local people to uncover the issues, it became clear that there was a major weakness. There was no peace in the community. This article speaks of the development of community peace
peace • community • rural • small church • entrepreneur
The Many Splendors of Islamic Art: Part I
The first of two, this article discusses some of the beautiful types of Islamic Art.
islamic art • arabic art • ceramics • metalwork • glass
The first of two, this article discusses some of the beautiful types of Islamic Art.
islamic art • arabic art • ceramics • metalwork • glass
Islam, the barbaric religion
Is Islam a religion of peace ? Hardly.
qur'an • quran • islam • muslim • mohammed
Is Islam a religion of peace ? Hardly.
qur'an • quran • islam • muslim • mohammed
What Went Wrong
The Islamic World has been in decline for the past several hundred years. Bernard Lewis describes this decline and the reasons for it.
bernard lewis • what went wrong • islam
The Islamic World has been in decline for the past several hundred years. Bernard Lewis describes this decline and the reasons for it.
bernard lewis • what went wrong • islam
10 and ½ COMMON MYTHS ABOUT MUSLIMS (in no particular order)
So you've heard all the stuff there is to know about Islam and that lot calling themselves 'Moslems' ... but how sure are you that you have your facts right?
muslim • hijab • jihad • war • terror
So you've heard all the stuff there is to know about Islam and that lot calling themselves 'Moslems' ... but how sure are you that you have your facts right?
muslim • hijab • jihad • war • terror
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