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Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed

inaugurates 'Andalusia: History and

Civilisation' exhibition at SZGMC

Story by Hatem Mohamed / Tariq Al Fahaam • 18h

ABU DHABI, 21st November, 2023 (WAM) -- H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin

Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Office of Development and
Martyrs Families Affairs at the Presidential Court, inaugurated today the
'Andalusia: History and Civilisation' exhibition, held under the patronage of His
Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime
Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, at the Sheikh Zayed Grand
Mosque Centre (SZGMC) in Abu Dhabi.

Sheikh Theyab toured the sections of the exhibition, which is part of the
"Andalusia: History and Civilisation", an initiative spotlight the great Andalusian
civilisation.

The exhibition offers an in-depth look into the Andalusian heritage, showcasing
key figures, cities, literary works, and artistic masterpieces that shaped the
Iberian Peninsula, paving the way for scientific advancements and leaving a
positive impact on human history.

Mohammed Al Murr, Chairman of the "Andalusia: History and Civilisation"
Initiative Committee, stated that organising this exhibition aims to celebrate the
Andalusian civilisation and its intellectual, cultural, and artistic rich heritage,
spanning 8 centuries. He emphasised that the initiative is another result of the
UAE leadership's efforts to promote tolerance, openness and moderation.

Dr. Yousef Al Obaidli, Director-General of SZGMC in Abu Dhabi and Vice
Chairman of the committee, affirmed the role of the initiative and its
accompanying events in highlighting the Arab civilisation in Andalusia, and the
values of tolerance and coexistence upon which it thrived. These are the same
values reflected in the mission of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which seeks
to promote communication and convergence between different civilisations and
cultures, he explained.

The exhibition showcases rare artworks, scientific publications, and precious
artefacts that spotlight the development of science, literature, thought, and
culture in the Arab civilisation in Andalusia. It sheds light on the diverse societies

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