Konya: On the trail of Rumi in a city of love

On  December 17, 1273,  the 13th-century Persian poet, Sufi mystic and Islamic theologian Rumi breathed his last in Konya, a city in central Turkey, he chose to live. Sujoy Dhar on Rumi's death anniversary month in December goes on his trail in Konya, the land of saints, whirling dervishes and much more..  

Sharjah woos tourists with its iconic mosques

The mosques of Sharjah are distinctive for their eye-catching aesthetic architecture and the tourism authorities are wooing the visitors with a new focus on these beautiful monuments. Tourists and believers alike visit Sharjah for the tranquil and hospitable nature of the cultural hub of the UAE.