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Mawlana Hazar Imam speaks during the Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Dushanbe, as President Emomali Rahmon looks on.
Mawlana Hazar Imam speaks during the Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Dushanbe, as President Emomali Rahmon looks on.
Video: Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Dushanbe
Video: Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Dushanbe
17 October 2009

The Ismaili Centre, Dushanbe was opened on 12 October 2009 by His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, and Mawlana Hazar Imam. It is the first such Centre in Central Asia – a region that has been home to Ismaili Muslims for more than a thousand years.

Mawlana Hazar Imam and President Rahmon share a joyful moment, following the unveiling of the plaque marking the inauguration of the Ismaili Centre, Dushanbe.
Mawlana Hazar Imam and President Rahmon share a joyful moment, following the unveiling of the plaque marking the inauguration of the Ismaili Centre, Dushanbe.
First Ismaili Centre in Central Asia Opens
First Ismaili Centre in Central Asia Opens
16 October 2009

Dushanbe, Tajikistan, 12 October 2009 – His Highness the Aga Khan, Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims and His Excellency President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan, jointly inaugurated the first Ismaili Centre in Central Asia – a region that has been home to Ismaili Muslims for more than a thousand years.

The Ismaili Centre, Dubai.
The Ismaili Centre, Dubai.
Video: Development of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai
13 October 2009

Video of the development of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai.

The main entrance hall of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai draws architectural inspiration from Fatimid mosques. At the centre of the colourfully patterned marble floor is an ornamental fountain crafted from a solid block of Carrara marble.
The main entrance hall of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai draws architectural inspiration from Fatimid mosques. At the centre of the colourfully patterned marble floor is an ornamental fountain crafted from a solid block of Carrara marble.
Video: Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai
13 October 2009

Video of Mawlana Hazar Imam opening the Ismaili Centre, Dubai on 26 March 2008. Following the opening of the Centre, Mawlana Hazar Imam inaugurated the Dubai Park, located adjacent to the Centre.

Mawlana Hazar Imam addresses the guests at the opening ceremony of the Ismaili Centre Dubai.
Mawlana Hazar Imam addresses the guests at the opening ceremony of the Ismaili Centre Dubai.
Video: Opening of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai
13 October 2009

Video of Mawlana Hazar Imam opening the Ismaili Centre, Dubai on 26 March 2008, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum and His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, senior members of the ruling families of the United Arab Emirates. Hazar Imam was accompanied at the ceremony by Princess Zahra and Prince Rahim. Following the opening of the Ismaili Centre, Mawlana Hazar Imam inaugurated the Dubai Park, located adjacent to the Centre. Presented as a gift from Hazar Imam to the City of Dubai, the 3 000 square metre park was developed by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture.

The main entrance hall dome is a visual marvel that rises in a series of arches and corbels upon which the brick dome culminates at its apex.
The main entrance hall dome is a visual marvel that rises in a series of arches and corbels upon which the brick dome culminates at its apex.
Video: Development of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai
Video: Development of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai
12 October 2009

Video of the development of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai.

Mawlana Hazar Imam arrives with His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan (left) and His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum for the Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai.
Mawlana Hazar Imam arrives with His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan (left) and His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum for the Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai.
Video: Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai
Video: Opening Ceremony of the Ismaili Centre, Dubai
12 October 2009

Video of Mawlana Hazar Imam opening the Ismaili Centre, Dubai on 26 March 2008. Following the opening of the Centre, Mawlana Hazar Imam inaugurated the Dubai Park, located adjacent to the Centre.

Mawlana Hazar Imam arrives at Khorog Park together with the First Deputy Prime Minister of Tajikistan and the Governor of Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast. They are accompanied by the General Manager of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture and the AKDN Reside
Mawlana Hazar Imam arrives at Khorog Park together with the First Deputy Prime Minister of Tajikistan and the Governor of Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast. They are accompanied by the General Manager of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture and the AKDN Reside
Mawlana Hazar Imam opens “a park for all seasons” in the Khorog city centre
Mawlana Hazar Imam opens “a park for all seasons” in the Khorog city centre
10 October 2009

Khorog, Tajikistan - A newly revitalised Khorog City Park was inaugurated on 10 October 2009 by First Deputy Prime Minister Asadullo Gulomov of the Republic of Tajikistan, in the presence of Mawlana Hazar Imam. The Park is a significant new green space that will serve the residents of the capital of the Gorno-Badakhshan autonomous region in Tajikistan.

Press Release: Aga Khan Calls for Better Understanding of Islam in the West
Press Release: Aga Khan Calls for Better Understanding of Islam in the West
7 October 2009

The Canadian Prime Minister, Mr. Brian Mulroney, today (Friday August 23rd) officially opened the Ismaili Centre, Burnaby. Present at the ceremony were the Aga Khan, Imam of the Ismaili Muslims, Mr. Bill Bennett, the Premier of British Columbia, federal and provincial government ministers, diplomats, and Ismaili leaders from around the world.

Press Release: Mrs Thatcher Opens Ismaili Centre, London
Press Release: Mrs Thatcher Opens Ismaili Centre, London
7 October 2009

The British Prime Minister, Mrs. Margaret Thatcher, today (Wednesday April 24) officially opened the Ismaili Centre, London. Present at the ceremony were the Aga Khan, Imam of the Ismaili Muslims, Government ministers, members of Parliament, diplomats and leaders of the Ismaili Community from around the world.

3 October 2009
3 October 2009
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