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Inside the Middle East
November 29, 2010
Posted: 1332 GMT
Rima Maktabi on Doha's corniche in front of the iconic Museum of Islamic Art.
Rima Maktabi on Doha's corniche in front of the iconic Museum of Islamic Art.

Hosted by Rima Maktabi from Doha, Qatar
Debuts Wednesday December 1, 2010

Modern Art in Qatar
Inside the Middle East brings you a sneak peak of Qatar’s newest cultural icon, the Mathaf Arab Museum of Modern Art. Set to open at the end of the year, Mathaf will feature thousands of modern and contemporary paintings, sculptures and installations by Middle Eastern artists. Chief Curator and Acting Director Wassan Al-Khudairi tells Rima Maktabi more about the latest in the nation’s heavy investments in art and culture.

Campus Forum: Qatar University
In the latest of our Campus Forum series, we introduce you to students of Doha’s oldest and largest university, Qatar University. Home to about 8000 students, QU remains the country’s only public university. Rima hears from students about their personal ambitions, balancing conservatism and openness in society, and life after oil in the GCC countries.

Sufis in Siwa
We bring you the sights and sounds of the “Siyaha” festival, an annual ritual performed under an autumn full moon by followers of Sufism, a mystical branch of Islam. Hundreds of Sufis gathered for the celebration in the remote oasis of Siwa in Egypt’s Western Desert.

Wine Revival in Jordan
Plus, a look at an ancient industry that’s making a modern comeback in an unlikely place. The tradition of winemaking in Jordan dates back to biblical times although today’s labels are still struggling to make a splash internationally as winemakers battle against the kingdom’s arid climate. Arwa Damon introduces us to one vintner aspiring to compete in Middle Eastern and international wine circles with his eco-friendly and organic style.

A Pilgrimage and a Royal Visit
We also bring you Nima Elbagir's report from the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca as she joined more than two million Muslims on the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. Plus, highlights of Queen Elizabeth II's first visit to the United Arab Emirates in 30 years.

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