Middle East Art and Architecture Tourism
Middle East architecture tourism and art tours. Art has been an integral part of all cultures in the world since the beginning of time. It has served as one of the purest forms of personal expression and has been used as a means of both historical and societal reference. Architecture is most likely the oldest of the fine arts and has often been linked to religion. It is regarded as an important record of the past in many societies. This section covers art and architecture as a form of tourism. The links below provide extensive information on museums, exhibits and architectural sites in the Middle East and the museums that offer tours and materials related to the subjects of art, architecture and archaeology.
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| Iraqi Insurgents Blow Top Off Historic Monument Suspected insurgents yesterday blew up the top of a 9th-century Islamic minaret which is one of Iraq's most important... |
The End of Civilisation Iraq is one huge world heritage site, a unique storehouse of art and archaeology. Now the war threatens to destroy it all,... |
| Blown Away Iraq was the cradle of civilisation. Archaeologists in Europe and the US are deeply concerned about the damage the current... |
Scholars move to protect 'priceless' Iraqi heritage The "grave danger" posed to the priceless heritage of Iraq by military action is highlighted in a declaration... |