The Majlis – Cultures in Dialogue

The Majlis - Cultures in Dialogue is a touring exhibition that aims at connecting people, beliefs and cultures through respectful and incisive dialogue.

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"This exhibition is very interesting and nice. The pieces are especially well presented and the way they are exhibited is very captivating. It is very interactive and to me, it feels a bit like home" - Federica from Italy
Visit #TheMajlis exhibition in #Valletta!
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Did you know that a carpet can be crafted with different stories on each side? Visit #TheMajlis exhibit at the Grand Master’s Palace Valletta and discover one of only 30 existing examples in the world?.

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Oil lamps were commonly used to light mosques, and were produced in various regions of the world from #Egypt to #Syria, #China, and even Europe. Discover these and more types of #islamicart at #TheMajlis exhibition at the Grand Master's Palace in #Valletta

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Did you know that a "Majlis" is the space present in every home in the Arabian peninsula, where people gather to catch up, watch football matches, and more?

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مالطا، فاليتا -السنة الثقافية الأوربية في مالطة 2018-09-16
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Each object exhibited in the Majlis tells a story of shared influences, dialogue and exchange in the Arabian Peninsula and beyond.

Visit #TheMajlis exhibit and discover them all.

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Curiosity and laughter are unique to humankind, and make intercultural dialogue possible.

Visit #TheMajlis and make your own experience!

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Here's a snap of our fantastic assembly team just before our launch! We couldn't have done this without these dedicated professionals.

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Share with us the object you like most in the exhibition!

Pictured: Detail from glazed ceramic bowl with blue and brown embellishment; #Spain, nineteenth century.

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Did you know that #China has been producing editions of the Quran for centuries?

Discover one of them at #TheMajlis in #Valletta.

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المجلس : حوار الثقافات
مالطا فاليتا 16-9-2018
من المؤمنين بالدبلوماسية الثقافية ودورها في العلاقات الدولية ، ونحن في قطر نمارس هذه الدبلوماسية… https://t.co/ruvMxQOWJW

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Come to sit, discuss, exchange, and play: this is the experience that awaits you when you visit the #TheMajlis in #Valletta!

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This wool carpet was produced in Kerman, #Persia, towards the end of the 19th century and beginning of the 20th. It shows #Islamic imagery as well as animal/bird symbols from the #Christian tradition, and commemorates the Battle of Karbala.
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This exquisite plate was commissioned by Muḥammad Sādiq Khān, whose name appears in the centre of a court scene that likely commemorates his father Hossein Qholi Khān Qajar.

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QURAN SINGLE PAGES KEPT IN A PORTABLE BOX

This interesting item originated in Granada, Spain, or North Africa during the late fifteenth century, towards the end of the Nasrid Dynasty. It is written in Andalusi Script.

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JEWISH KASHKŪL WITH HEBREW AND ARABIC INSCRIPTIONS.

This #bronze 'kashkūl' or alms bowl was forged in #Persia or #Egypt during the 19th century and decorated with silver and copper inlay.

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VIPs on hand for Monday’s opening of The Majlis - Cultures in Dialogue in Valletta: Indian Vice President @MVenkaiahNaidu and @presidentMT Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca #culture #opening #dialogue #Malta #India #vip

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The Majlis - Cultures in Dialogue exhibition is open today on #IndependenceDay until 4:30pm at the Grand Master's Palace. Join us for a truly unique experience!
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