See how important animals were to the medieval Muslims in transportation, war, work, and recreation. You will learn how animals were treated and became the subjects of folk tales and study. Without these animals, the Islamic empires never could have achieved such greatness and prosperity.
Learn about Islamic sacred and religious buildings, as well as the palaces, homes, castles, caravanserai and other buildings that housed the Muslims' way of life.
Learn how Islamic art developed using calligraphy and designs, while artists also created impressive miniature paintings, rugs, metalwork, and more. You will understand the importance of secular and religious art as expressions of Islamic cultures.
Learn how Arabic is written and how and why writing was appreciated as one of the highest forms of art.
See how climate, customs, and religion influenced what Muslims wore in all parts of the Islamic world.
See how Muslims valued education and how children were educated. See some of their great achievements in learning.
See how Muslim life was influenced by both religious and secular types of entertainment and festivals. Find out how ceremonies and entertainment were part of the lives of Muslims from when they were born until the time they died.
Find out how the food of the Arabs originated and developed into a rich cuisine. See how farming was done in the medieval empires. Follow recipes to get a taste of the past.
Learn about the importance of religious and secular literature on the lives of the medieval Muslims. Read some of their favorite stories and poems.
See why medicine has been called "the highest scientific achievement of the Muslims" Learn of the dangers to health at that time and see what they did to protect or heal themselves.
See how Islam and cultural traditions influenced music and dance during the Middle Ages.
Find out how - and why - Muslims were involved in sports and recreation. See how some modern Muslim athletes are influenced by their religion.
Follow in the paths of some of the greatest travelers and face some of the dangers and share in their rewards. Learn about this great Age of Travel and Exploration.
Find out how war affected the spread and decline of the Islamic empires, and how war was conducted. See some amazing weapons and how they developed. See how people protected themselves in a violent time.
Find out how women lived in medieval times. Meet some famous Muslim women of the past and of today. Learn of the importance of family, and find out about growing up Muslim in the Middle Ages. See how weddings took place across the world of Islam.