"Tlemcen, Capital of Islamic Culture"

Debate in Tlemcen on the importance of dialogue between cultures and religions

TLEMCEN (Algeria)- The importance of intercultural and inter-religious dialogue on societies rapprochement was highlighted Wednesday in Tlemcen, by participants in a workshop on the theme "Islam, Orientalism and dialogue between cultures."

Tlemcen, capital of Islamic culture: Scientific and cultural activities kicks off

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TLEMCEN (Algeria)- Minister of Religious Affairs Bouabdallah Ghlamallah launched Sunday the Scientific and cultural activities organized by his department as part of "Tlemcen, Capital of the Islamic Culture 2011" event.

Tlemcen, Maghreb city distinguished for its architecture

The participants in an international conference under the theme "Islam in the Maghreb and the role of Tlemcen in its spread" stressed Tuesday the importance attached to architecture to make of Tlemcen (540 km west of Tlemcen), where the conference is held, one of the distinguished Maghreb cities, a centre of influence and a meeting place for scholars, students and traders.

International women poetry symposium opens in Tlemcen

An international symposium on “women poetry” has opened in Tlemcen, part of the activities planned for the celebration of “Tlemcen, Capital of Islamic Culture 2011”.