The lost city of Almanzor: the eternal enigma of Al-Andalus

A thousand years after the destruction of Madinat Al Zahira, the true location of the great palace complex that challenged the power of Abderraman III remains a mystery.

This is how everyday life was in Al Andalus

How did ordinary people live in 10th century Cordoba? How were their houses? What did they cook? Where did they evacuate the wastewater? These questions have gradually been answered over the last few decades.

Music, dance and culture at the Islamic Festival of Mértola

Nearly 60,000 people once again thronged the streets of Mértola (Portugal) to participate in its famous Islamic Festival, which is held every two years.