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Literature, Travel

Pages and Passports: Exploring Europe’s Literary Landmarks for the Ultimate Travel Adventure | Art of Saudade

Embarking on a literary journey is like traveling through time and space, where the pages of books unfold into landscapes brimming with history, culture, and imagination. For book lovers, exploring iconic destinations that have inspired renowned authors and poets adds an extra layer of enchantment to their travels. In this blog post, we’ll delve into a selection of Europe’s literary landmarks, each offering a unique … Continue reading Pages and Passports: Exploring Europe’s Literary Landmarks for the Ultimate Travel Adventure | Art of Saudade

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Culture, History, Photography, Travel

Unveiling The Architectural Marvels Of The Colorful Mosque in Macedonia | Gallery | Art of Saudade

A little bit of history… 1438. The Ottomans in one small city in Macedonia decide to defy convention and create a colorful mosque. In the 15th century, during the classical Ottoman period, mosques were built in the most minimalistic way possible. No colors, no pictures, and very few symbols. Mosques were usually constructed by sultans (Ottoman monarchs) or pashas (local governors). The Šarena Džamija (Colorful … Continue reading Unveiling The Architectural Marvels Of The Colorful Mosque in Macedonia | Gallery | Art of Saudade

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Languages, Literature, Poetry, Quotes, Translation

Rumi: Lost in translation

I believe in love at first read. Rumi’s poems always felt like a healing balm to my soul. I remember the day I realized I couldn’t rely on English translations of Rumi’s works. I was like Rumi in this picture. We know that no translation can ever replace the original and we are unfortunately unable to learn all the languages in the world. Many literary … Continue reading Rumi: Lost in translation

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Literature, Philosophy, Poetry, Quotes

Rumi and Shams: a love story

Why should I seek? I am the same as He. His essence speaks through me. I have been looking for myself! In the heart of 13th-century Konya, Turkey, the meeting of two luminaries—Rumi, the celebrated Persian poet, and Shams, the enigmatic mystic from Tabriz—marked the beginning of a profound spiritual journey that continues to inspire seekers of truth and enlightenment to this day.Shams means sun … Continue reading Rumi and Shams: a love story

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Culture, Life lessons, Literature, Philosophy, Poetry, Quotes

Rumi’s Dance

Rumi’s poetry is based on Sufi mysticism, spirituality and most importantly, love. Sufis dance “like nobody’s watching, love like they’ve never been hurt and live like it’s heaven on earth”, as a wise man once said. However, according to Sufism, there is indeed someone watching – God, and love can never hurt since there is no love without sacrifice. But Sufis dance like there is … Continue reading Rumi’s Dance

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