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translation, educational and academic renaissance during Arab civilisation in Andalusia.

The symposium brought together a diverse array of experts, specialists, historians, and representatives from
prestigious educational and cultural institutions, including universities from the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Jordan,

Algeria, Spain, and Puerto Rico.

commenting on the cultural programme, Mohammad Al Murr, Chairman of the ‘Andalusia History and Civilisation’

Initiative Committee, said: “The symposium sessions focused on Andalusia’s status as a hub of intellectual, literary,
and cultural advancement, alongside its pivotal role in the scientific evolution of human society. It served as a
significant platform to honour the rich heritage of Arab civilisation in Andalusia, fostering knowledge sharing and

cultural dialogue. It was graced by the presence of esteemed experts, academics, historians, and scientists."

"We are pleased to see the visible participation in the sessions of the Cultural Symposium in Abu Dhabi, thus providing

the finest conclusion to the events of the cultural programme of the Andalusia: History and Civilisation initiative,” he
added.

The first day of the symposium delved into topics surrounding Andalusian literature and its profound impact on Arab
literature. Discussions also centred on the translation of Andalusian literary works, as well as the educational and

academic landscape during the era of Arab civilisation in Andalusia. The first session explored themes such as
‘Andalusian literature’, ‘The image of Andalusia in Arabic stories’, ‘The specificity of Andalusian literature, the

investigation movement for literature’, and ‘Translation in Andalusian literature’.

The second session of the day focused on ‘Andalusian Science and Knowledge’, including topics such as ‘Andalusian

Cultural Achievement Milestones’, ‘Andalusian Science and Literature through the Andalusian Library Encyclopaedia’,
‘Andalusian Schools and Universities’ and ‘Andalusian Farming and Garden Science’.

On its second day, the symposium saw the organisation of the session ‘Mauriskans and artistic and literary heritage’,
which included topics such as ‘Mauriskans and literary art’, ‘The fate of the Mauriskans and in the memory of
Spaniards’, ‘Khamidi literature as a means of preserving heritage and the fortified Andalusian shield’, and ‘The

Influence of Andalusian Morisky Art on the American Continent’.

‘Andalusia: History and Civilisation’ is a pioneering initiative to celebrate Andalusia’s legacy and contributions to global
civilisation led by the UAE in line with its approach to strengthening cooperation and bridges of communication
between peoples and cultures. Through a series of artistic and cultural events, the initiative aims to highlight the

profound impact of Andalusian civilisation on intellectual and scientific progress, while championing values of
coexistence and tolerance epitomised during the Andalusian era.

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