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Mawlana Hazar Imam arrives in Portugal
4 July 2018
At the invitation of the Government of Portugal, Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in Lisbon this afternoon to mark the conclusion of his Diamond Jubilee year, commemorating 60 years of his Imamat. Global celebrations began on 11 July 2017 and conclude over the next week at the Diamond Jubilee Celebration in Lisbon, Portugal.
Pátio Mela opening ceremony sets stage for Diamond Jubilee Celebration
4 July 2018
The Diamond Jubilee Celebration in Lisbon, Portugal begun on the afternoon of 5 July with a Mamero ceremony, followed by evening festivities, to mark the launch of Pátio Mela.
DJC Exhibitions: Experience, explore, engage
4 July 2018
A special gallery of nature photographs taken by Prince Hussain was today launched as part of the exhibitions for the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.
Global Jamat comes together for Diamond Jubilee Celebration
3 July 2018
Thousands of Ismailis from Jamats around the world have gathered in Lisbon, Portugal for the launch of an historic celebration, to mark the conclusion of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Diamond Jubilee.
Jubilee Arts welcomes the world to Lisbon - Bem vindo a Lisboa!
2 July 2018
After over 100 regional festivals and 20 national festivals, we are finally ready to welcome the global Jamat to our community's largest arts gathering to date. Reserve your tickets at jubilee.blueticket.pt and catch all of the amazing events we have in store. We await you in Lisboa, and look forward to celebrating as One Jamat.
The Jamat in Portugal: Looking back and looking forward
1 July 2018
From Toronto to Tajikistan, and from Mumbai to Maputo, Ismailis from around the world are set to visit Portugal this July to celebrate Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Diamond Jubilee as one global Jamat. Let’s take a look back at the history of the Jamat in Portugal, and also look ahead to the important milestones that will take place in Portugal in the coming months and years.
The significance of art
1 July 2018
The Jubilee Arts Festivals, held in countries across the world and culminating in the International Arts Festival in Lisbon in the coming days, have engaged the creative talent of the global Jamat for the past year. This is the first undertaking of its kind, bringing together Ismailis from around the world to celebrate art, film, photography, dance, music, and other forms of artistic expression.
How to eat healthy while traveling
30 June 2018
Many of us find it difficult to maintain healthy eating habits during travel. While it's fair to indulge a little (especially if you're traveling for pleasure), it's also possible to be healthy and mindful during your journey! Join Anar Allidina RD, CDE, MPH on a virtual trip toward a healthier travel experience.
Reserve your tickets for the Jubilee Arts International Arts Festival
29 June 2018
Have you reserved your tickets for the International Arts Festival? Seats are limited! Visit jubilee.blueticket.pt to reserve your tickets now.
Video: Mawlana Hazar Imam's Diamond Jubilee visit to the UK
29 June 2018
Mawlana Hazar Imam visited London in June 2018 for his Diamond Jubilee visit to the United Kingdom. The full film of the visit is now available online. This 36-minute film recounts the preparations by the UK Jamat, and the programme undertaken by Mawlana Hazar Imam during his visit.
Mawlana Hazar Imam graces UK Jamat with Darbar
29 June 2018
Mawlana Hazar Imam granted a Diamond Jubilee Darbar in London yesterday for the UK jurisdiction Jamat.
Video: Opening ceremony of the Aga Khan Centre
28 June 2018
The Aga Khan Centre was opened by HRH the Prince of Wales in the presence of Mawlana Hazar Imam on 26 June 2018, at an inauguration ceremony to coincide with Hazar Imam’s Diamond Jubilee visit to the UK. Mawlana Hazar Imam was joined by Prince Amyn, Princess Zahra, Prince Rahim, Princess Salwa, Prince Hussain, and Prince Aly Muhammad, for a momentous occasion in the history of the Ismaili Imamat and the global Jamat.
