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Press Release

Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed inaugurates

'Andalusia: History and Civilization' exhibition

at SZGMC

Abu dhabi, November 21, 2023 - 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 Civilization' 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
Civilization", an initiative spotlight the great Andalusian civilization.

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.

H.E Mohammed Al Murr, Chairman of the "Andalusia: History and Civilisation" Initiative
Committee, stated that organising this exhibition aims to celebrate the Andalusian civilization 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 civilization 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 civilizations and cultures, he
explained.