Page 70 - ANDALUSIA PR REPORT - FEBRUARY 2024

Abu Dhabi hosts cultural symposium,

highlighting literary, cultural, scientific heritage

of Andalusian civilisation

Story by Amjad Saleh / Muhammad Aamir • 19h

ABU DHABI, 13th February, 2024 (WAM) -- The ‘Andalusia: History and

Civilisation’ Initiative Committee is all set to host the second cultural symposium in
Abu Dhabi from 20th to 21st February, 2024, highlighting the literary, cultural and
scientific heritage of Andalusian civilisation and its impact on today’s intellectual
landscape.

This symposium follows the resounding success of its inaugural event, within the
cultural programme of the ‘Andalusia: History and Civilisation’ initiative, in the
Spanish capital, Madrid, last September. Building upon the momentum generated by
the first symposium, which witnessed a remarkable turnout of scientists, specialists,
and aficionados of Andalusian civilisation, this event aims to foster further dialogue
and exchange of ideas.

The symposium will feature a diverse array of sessions covering various themes,
including literature, art, translation, educational renaissance, and academia during
the Andalusian era. Several distinguished groups of experts, specialists, historians,
and representatives of the academic community from prestigious educational and
cultural institutions, including the University of the UAE, the University of Sharjah, the
University of Jordan, the University of Tlemcen, and the University of Puerto Rico, will
participate in these sessions.

Mohammed Al-Murr, Chairman of the ‘Andalusia: History and Civilisation’ Initiative
Committee, said, “This symposium is a significant platform to promote cultural
communication and exchange between the UAE and Spain. It also serves as a
platform for highlighting the features and influences of the literary and scientific
resurgence in Andalusia, showcasing its global impact. Furthermore, it discusses the
factors that have contributed to Andalusia’s recognition as a bastion of science and
knowledge, acting as a bridge between Eastern and Western civilisations and a hub
for intellectual discourse worldwide. This cultural symposium in the UAE capital, Abu
Dhabi, holds a special symbolism as it unveils the activities of the cultural program of
the ‘Andalusia: History and Civilisation’ initiative, which has established a new
concept of cultural programmes and projects.”

On its first day, the symposium addresses topics centred around Andalusian culture,
with a focus on its literature and influence on Arab literary traditions. Discussions will

https://www.msn.com/en-ae/news/other/abu-dhabi-hosts-cultural-symposium-highlighting-literary-
cultural-scientific-heritage-of-andalusian-civilisation/ar-BB1idcXc