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2/14/24, 1:32 PM Abu Dhabi hosts cultural symposium, highlighting literary, cultural, and scientific heritage of Andalusian civilization
will share insights on Andalusian literature, while Dr. Jaime Sánchez Ratía will explore the intricacies of
‘Translation in Andalusian Literature’.

The second session of the day centered around ‘Andalusian science and knowledge’, will be led by Dr.
Adrian Diman, the University of UAE. Dr. Mohamed El Gamal, University of Alexandria, will speak about

‘The milestones of Andalusian civilizational achievement’, while Dr. José Miguel Puerta of the Higher
Council for Scientific Research in Madrid will explore ‘Andalusian science and literature through the
Library of Andalusians’. Meanwhile, Dr. Maribel Vieiro, High Council for Scientific Research in Madrid,
will shed light on ‘Andalusian schools and universities’, and Dr. Mohamed Mekdadi will discuss the topic,

‘Farming and gardening in Andalusia’.

On the second day, the symposium will feature a session titled ‘Moriscos, artistic and literary heritage’
led by Dr. Ahmed El Mansouri of the University of the UAE. Dr. Ines Sahabou, Higher Institute of Tunisia,
will examine the topic ‘Mauritians and literary art’, while Dr. Luis Bernabé Nunes, Alicante University of
Spain, will discuss ‘The fate of the Mauritians and the memory of the Spaniens’. Meanwhile, Dr. Maria

Teresa Narvaez, University of Puerto Rico, will analyze ‘Khamidi literature as a means of preserving
heritage and the armor of hippocampus Andalusians’, and Dr. Rafael López Guzmán will talk about the
‘Influence of Andalusian Moriski art on the American continent’.

The ‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’ initiative aims to deepen the knowledge about Andalusian

civilization through its diverse artistic and cultural events as well as to publicize the legacy of this unique
civilization and its profound impact on the European and global stages, particularly in the realms of art,
intellect, science, and architecture. This initiative also seeks to highlight Andalusia's cultural
advancements and its commendable role as a model of coexistence, tolerance, and societal progress.

Through this initiative, the UAE endeavors to underscore the shared human connections and values
across civilizations, while commemorating the Arab civilization’s luminous chapter in Andalusia as a
testament to cultural convergence and historical brilliance.

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