Join Juan De Lara as he takes us on a tour through the colourful history of Arabia's Qaryat al Faw; a fascinating gem in the desert rich with treasure-laden tombs, frescoes of Egyptian goddesses, statues of Greek demigods, and marvellous inscriptions. Listen in as Juan discusses the wonders of the Incense Routes, the brilliance of the famed Nabataeans, and t ... Show More
Jun 25
S6E6: A Shrine Online: The Case of Emamzadeh Yahya at Varamin, with Keelan Overton
In the city of Varamin, some 50km southwest of Tehran, lies the Shrine and Mausoleum of Emamzadeh Yahya, a site of pilgrimage and veneration for Shi’i Muslims.During the nineteenth century, all of the shrine’s luster tiles, including its mihrab, were stolen and then dispersed to ... Show More
48m 23s
May 25
S6E5: The Shrines of Alexandria’s Lake Maryut region, with Ismael Awad
On the periphery of Alexandria in the surrounding countryside is the Lake Maryut region, a vast expanse of flat agricultural land that used to be Lake Maryut, now just 18% of its earlier size. The lake separated the city of Alexandria from the rest of the country further south. Y ... Show More
29m 58s
May 2024
Arizona: The White Desert
A city we knew through its limited appearance in films and series, and we thought it was just a barren desert that doesn’t have much to see, but the reality is completely different, as it is an artistic painting rich in details!With its charming white sand, its rocks that are som ... Show More
20m 56s
Jun 2018
Just Did My First Interview
with the lovely and talented Drew from the Wonders of the World podcast, where we talk about the exotic Roman Emperor Elagabalus, the amazing temple complex at Baalbek, and lots of other fun stuff. Enjoy! And please also check out his other episodes (it helps if you bring a hea ... Show More
54m 27s
Jan 2025
Discover the tales of history's great treasures
Swallowed by the sea, buried, hidden behind walls or concealed…True treasure troves have always known the best place to hide. And when to reappear and surprise us!
Harboring tales worthy of an adventure novel, they often contain fascinating secrets.
In this new season of The Voic ... Show More
57s
Oct 2024
Making Arabic Art Great Again | Gaith Abdulla, UAE / Lebanon
Discover the vibrant world of Arab art with Gaith Abdulla, co-founder of Bayt Al Mamzar, an independent gallery and art residency in Dubai. In this captivating episode, Gaith shares his journey from art enthusiast to gallery owner, offering invaluable insights on how anyone can s ... Show More
50m 31s
Jun 2023
Our Journey to Gibran’s Sanctuary: Exploring Bcharre and the Prophet’s Legacy
Welcome to this captivating episode of Real Arabic! In this edition, we embark on a remarkable journey to the enchanting town of Bcharre, a place deeply intertwined with the life and legacy of the revered Arab poet and writer, Gibran Khalil Gibran. Known far and wide as "The Prop ... Show More
7m 18s