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Hidden within the winding alleys of Tunis' historic Medina, Dar Ben Gacem is far more than a boutique guesthouse. Carefully restored from a 17th-century traditional Tunisian home, it has become a living celebration of the city's architectural heritage and the artisans who continue to preserve it.
Walking into GAZA, the future has an ancient heart. Materials and memories of the Mediterranean at Fondazione Merz feels less like entering an exhibition and more like stepping into layers of time. Hidden behind heavy velvet curtains and unfolding across rooms filled with artefacts, film, sculpture and archival works, the exhibition offers a powerful meditation on Gaza — not only as a place marked by destruction, but as a land deeply rooted in history, culture and memory.
The project “Testimonies of Life,” presented at Diba Gallery in Abu Dhabi, marks the culmination of a profound artistic journey by artist Lavi Li in collaboration with photographer Daria Kuligina, under the curatorial guidance of Lebanese curator Micha Shirian and art historian Maryam Zhukava.
AlUla has long established itself as one of the Middle East’s most captivating cultural destinations, where ancient history and contemporary creativity exist side by side. Known for its breathtaking desert landscapes and the UNESCO-listed site of Hegra, the Saudi destination continues to expand its artistic vision — this time through the world of jewellery.
In a new cultural publication that bridges photography, poetry, and memory, Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed turns her lens toward one of the Gulf’s most enduring symbols: the camel.
At the heart of Zayed National Museum lies more than history — it tells a living story of identity shaped by land, sea, and community. Through immersive galleries, the museum reveals how Emirati culture evolved through resilience, trade, and deep-rooted traditions that still echo today.
In the Middle East, war does not only mean the loss of lives or the destruction of infrastructure—it reaches deeper, striking at collective memory and cultural identity. Every historical site is more than stone; it is a living extension of the people who shaped it across generations.
In Dubai, a new festival is illuminating the city — not merely with light, but with meaning. Dhai Dubai, returning for its second edition from November 12 to 18, 2025, at Al Wasl Plaza in Expo City Dubai, redefines what a light festival can be. Entirely curated and created by Emirati artists, it celebrates light as both art and heritage, weaving the nation’s identity into radiant form.
The Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi is set to open on December 3, 2025, offering visitors an immersive experience that engages all five senses
Qatar: Close to My Soul – A Landmark Exhibition Celebrating the Nation’s Artistic Heritage
While many countries in the world have halted construction work and put projects on hold due to the pandemic, Saudi Arabia continues to move forward with its giga-projects, including the homeland of its forefathers, Diriyah.