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    Past Course Long-Term
    Free Entry
    Start: 19/Aug/16 - Finish: 29/Aug/16
    from 10:00AM to 19:00PM
    Venue: Istanbul and Masjid al-Aqsa
    Open to Brothers & Sisters

    Spend 10 Nights in 2 Ancient Cities: ISTANBUL and MASJID AL-AQSA in December 2016!

    Regular Sessions with the Imams of Masjid al-Aqsa!

    * THE ONLY UK GROUP SUPERVISED, APPROVED AND RECOMMENDED BY THE HEAD OF MASJID AL-AQSA HIMSELF *

    The Prophet (saw) said: There is not a single inch in Al-Quds (Jerusalem) where a Prophet has not prayed or an Angel not stood". (Tirmidhi, Ahmad)

    Visiting Istanbul and Masjid al-Aqsa is a dream trip for many!  Both are known for it’s deep Islamic roots where Prophets (as) and Companions are buried (as) alongside important key Islamic history.  Al Buruj Press has organized this once in a life trip where both cities will be visited. Taking place during the holidays in December 2016, this is a perfect time to travel with families and friends!

    Price: £725 per person (Early Bird Discount Ends 20th September 2016, £825 afterwards) includes:

    1) 4 Star Hotel, two people in a room maximum. Full Wifi in rooms.

    1) 10 Nights, 11 Days total in Istanbul and Masjid al-Aqsa, Jerusalem

    1) Full transport provided and trips to historical sites (places listed below)

    1) Daily Buffet Breakfast and Dinner provided in hotels.

    1) Regular classes by Guests including Imams of Masjid al Aqsa.

    The package does not include the flight ticket. Flight tickets are VERY CHEAP at the moment for only £360 return which includes all destinations (can change anytime). Email Al Buruj Press now on alburujpress@gmail.com to apply and secure a place/ and great flight offer!

    To book your place, please email: alburujpress@gmail.com 

     

    Places of Historical Sites to Visit:

    Istanbul:

     1) The Süleymaniye Mosque Complex

    1) Eyüp Ensari Mosque

    1) Bosphorus Boat Trip

    1) Spice Market

    1) Blue Mosque

    1) Haghia Sophia Museum

    1) Topkapi Palace Museum

    1) The Blessed Mantle of the Prophet Muhammad (saw)

    1) The tooth of the Prophet Muhammad (saw)

    1) The Hair of the Prophet Muhammad (saw)

    1) The Footprints, Seal, Swords and Letters of the Prophet Muhammad (saw)

    1) The Keys of the Ka’bah

    1) Grave of Companion Abu Ayyub al-Ansari (ra)

    1) Cooking vessel of the Prophet Abraham (as)

    1) The Turban of the Prophet Yusuf (as)

    1) The Sword of the Prophet Dawud (as)

    1) A Strand from Abu Bakr's (ra) beard

    1) The Qur'an that is believed to be the one Caliph ‘Uthman ibn ‘Affan (ra) was reading when he was assassinated

    1) Swords of the Prophet's (ra) companions

    1) Fatima al-Zahra's (ra) blouse, veil, and mantle

    1) Husayn's (ra) robe, his turban, and a piece of his mantle

    1) Imam Abu Hanifa's (rh) robe

    1) Uways al-Qarani's (rh) felt cap

    1) The crowns of ‘Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani (rh) and Imam Sharani (rh)

    1) The bowls of Jalal al-Din al-Rumi (rh)

    1) Turkish and Islamic Art Museum

    1) Grand Bazaar

    Jerusalem:  

    1) Masjid al-Aqsa and everything within the Compounds

    1) The Dome of the Rock

    1) Maqaam of Prophet Sulaiman (as)

    1) Prison for the Jinns of Prophet Sulaiman (as)

    1) Graves of Companions Shaddaad ibn Aws (ra) and 'Ubadah ibn Samit (ra)

    1) Wailing Wall: Important for the Jews but also place where the Prophet (saw) tied Buraaq (White Steed) in Israa wal Mi'raaj

    1) Khanqah (place of seclusion) of Salahuddin al-Ayyubi (rh)

    1) Residence of Imam Ghazali (rh): where he stayed in Jerusalem

    1) Female Madrasah in Masjid al-Aqsa Compound

    1) Hebron: Masjid Khalil: Graves of Prophet Ibrahim (as), Ishaaq (as), Ya'qub (as) and Yusuf (as) and Sarah (Wife of Prophet Ibrahim)

    1) Bethlehem: Church of Nativity: Apparent Birthplace of Jesus (as)

    1) Temple of David

    1) Church of the Holy Sepulchre: Holiest place for Christians, apparent place of Jesus crucifixion, burial and resurrection.

    1) Mount of Olives: Mentioned in the Qur'an and place where Prophet Isa (as) will come at the end of times.

    1) Church of Mary: Apparent place where Maryam (as) is buried.

    1) Maqaam of the Companion Salman al-Farsi (ra)

    1) Maqaam of the Great Female Ascetic, Rabia al-Basriyyah (rh)

    1) Masjid Umar bin al-Khattab (ra): Place where he performed Prayer after the conquest of Jerusalem

    Venue Address:
    Istanbul and Masjid al-Aqsa
    Istanbul and Masjid al-Aqsa
    Istanbul and Masjid al-Aqsa
    19700