Amsterdam, often called the “Venice of the North,” is the capital city of the Netherlands and is known for its vibrant cultural heritage, artistic legacy, and picturesque canals. Over the past century, its urban planning and architecture have undergone considerable transformation, carefully maintaining historical charm while integrating modern sustainability principles. This balance has resulted in…
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Socotra: Hidden Paradise of Outlandish Species
Socotra, a legendary place at the edge of the world, is home to a high number of distinctive species, often described as “the most alien-looking place on Earth” (Brereton, 1990). An isolated island of Yemen was proven by the researchers in the 20th century that despite the island’s size (83 by 27 miles) it consisted of…
Read MoreManhattan of the Desert: Yemeni Strategic Urban Planning
Shibam, the first city on earth to construct vertical buildings, was highly appreciated for its strategic architectural design since the pre-islamic period. Situated in the Governorate of Hadrahmaut in Yemen, Shibam’s building has existed over 1,700 years. In 1982, the city was added in the UNESCO World Heritage Site list and often described as the…
Read MoreThe global key challenges and solutions of ecotourism development
AbstractWith the growing population in our world today, the world is facing various types of global issues, one obvious topic is climate change. Few countries across the globe are experimenting with various systems to lessen the impact of climate change, such as through ecotourism. Ecotourism is a type of tourism that helps raise awareness and…
Read MoreALJADA: An introduction to the untapped market of student housing
IntroductionEducation is one of the fastest-growing industries in the UAE today by virtue of governmental spending and the crucial position granted to it in the country’s national vision 2021. Nestled within the emirate of Sharjah, University City, one of the prime hotspots for education, is home to some of the top universities in the UAE…
Read MorePaving the way to a sustainable future – Expo 2020
I had the chance to visit the Sustainability Pavilion, which is also known as the Terra – the centerpiece of Expo 2020. Interestingly, Expo 2020 is the first World Expo in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region will be open from the 1st October 2021 until 31st March 2022. Expo 2020 will unite…
Read MoreYemen: History and Islam
Watching what happened in Yemen the past decade breaks my heart. I’m powerless and clueless as to how I can potentially help. I hope one day I can contribute to any change to the country. Similarly, I believe in Karma, what goes around will eventually come around to those who should be held accountable for…
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