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2/14/24, 1:33 PM Abu Dhabi hosts cultural symposium, highlighting literary, cultural, scientific heritage of Andalusian civilisation
will share insights on Andalusian literature, while Dr. Jaime Sanchez Ratia will
explore the intricacies of 'Translation in Andalusian Literature'.

The second session of the day centred around 'Andalusian science and knowledge',

will be led by Dr. Adrian Diman of the University of the UAE. Dr. Mohamed El

Gamal, University of Alexandria, will speak about 'The milestones of Andalusian
civilisational achievement', while Dr. Jose 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 Bernabe 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 armour of hippocampus Andalusians', and Dr.

Rafael Lopez Guzman will talk about the 'Influence of Andalusian Moriski art on the
American continent'.

The 'Andalusia: History and Civilisation' initiative aims to deepen the knowledge

about Andalusian civilisation through its diverse artistic and cultural events as well

as to publicise the legacy of this unique civilisation 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 endeavours to underscore the

shared human connections and values across civilisations, while commemorating
the Arab civilisation's luminous chapter in Andalusia as a testament to cultural
convergence and historical brilliance.

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