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masjid in Harlem / Manhattan
Masjid Malcolm Shabazz
Masjid Malcolm Shabazz in Harlem / Manhattan is a prayer stop in this district. Landmark historic mosque named after leader Malcolm X.
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Cultural & Architectural Heritage (5 Days)
Day 1: Harlem's History. Visit the landmark Masjid Malcolm Shabazz and explore the cultural corridors of Harlem. Have dinner at Fouta Halal. Day 2: Historic Libraries. Visit the majestic New York Public Library and Grand Central Terminal , followed by prayers at the Islamic Society of Mid Manhattan. Day 3: Islamic Roots. Visit the historic Powers Street Mosque in Williamsburg and enjoy a traditional dinner at Al Badawi. Day 4: Classic Skyscraper…
Day 1: Harlem's History. Visit the landmark Masjid Malcolm Shabazz and explore the cultural corridors of Harlem. Have dinner at Fouta Halal. Day 2: Historic Libraries. Visit the majestic New York Public Library and Grand Central Terminal , followed by prayers at the Islamic Society of Mid Manhattan. Day 3: Islamic Roots. Visit the historic Powers Street Mosque in Williamsburg and enjoy a traditional dinner at Al Badawi. Day 4: Classic Skyscrapers. Photograph the Flatiron Building and explore Rockefeller Center Plaza. Have dinner at Junoon. Day 5: Fine Art Icons. Spend the day touring The Met Museum and the Guggenheim Museum.
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Harlem Jazz Corridor
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Harlem Sunday Gospel Tour
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New York Public Library
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Harlem history
Harlem's History. Visit the landmark Masjid Malcolm Shabazz and explore the cultural corridors of Harlem. Have dinner at Fouta Halal.
Route note: Harlem's History. Visit the landmark Masjid Malcolm Shabazz and explore the cultural corridors of Harlem. Have dinner at Fouta Halal.
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Harlem Jazz Corridor
Historic theaters, live jazz clubs, and rich African-American art
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Harlem Sunday Gospel Tour
Harlem Sunday Gospel Tour in New York is a guided experience. Authentic Gospel choir performance in a historic Harlem church.
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Historic libraries and terminals
Historic Libraries. Visit the majestic New York Public Library and Grand Central Terminal , followed by prayers at the Islamic Society of Mid Manhattan.
Route note: Historic Libraries. Visit the majestic New York Public Library and Grand Central Terminal , followed by prayers at the Islamic Society of Mid Manhattan.
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New York Public Library
Majestic stone lions guard massive historic reading rooms
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Grand Central Terminal
Historic station famous for its astronomical ceiling mural
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Islamic Society of Mid Manhattan
Islamic Society of Mid Manhattan in Midtown East / Manhattan is a prayer stop in this district. Close to GCC consulates. Daily prayers, Friday Khutbahs.
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Islamic roots in Brooklyn
Islamic Roots. Visit the historic Powers Street Mosque in Williamsburg and enjoy a traditional dinner at Al Badawi.
Route note: Islamic Roots. Visit the historic Powers Street Mosque in Williamsburg and enjoy a traditional dinner at Al Badawi.
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masjid in Williamsburg / Brooklyn
Powers Street Mosque
Powers Street Mosque in Williamsburg / Brooklyn is a prayer stop in this district. NYC’s oldest continuously operating mosque, Lipka Tatar roots.
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Classic skyscrapers
Classic Skyscrapers. Photograph the Flatiron Building and explore Rockefeller Center Plaza. Have dinner at Junoon.
Route note: Classic Skyscrapers. Photograph the Flatiron Building and explore Rockefeller Center Plaza. Have dinner at Junoon.
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Rockefeller Center Plaza
Landmark commercial complex, ice-skating rink, and gold statue
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Day 5
Fine art icons
Fine Art Icons. Spend the day touring The Met Museum and the Guggenheim Museum.
Route note: Fine Art Icons. Spend the day touring The Met Museum and the Guggenheim Museum.
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The Met Museum
World-class Islamic art wing, Egyptian treasures, and historic armor
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Day 1: Middle Eastern Classics. Enjoy a Persian lunch at Ravagh Persian Grill and experience the modern Indian menu at Bungalow for dinner. Day 2: Food Carts and Premium Steaks. Sample shawarma from Mama Halal Food cart and book an upscale dinner at 212 Steakhouse. Day 3: Afghan and Levantine Dishes. Lunch at Sami’s Kabab House in Long Island City , followed by a traditional Palestinian dinner at Ayat Astoria. Day 4: Central Asian Flavors. Lunch…
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Statue of Liberty
Gifted from France in 1886. Iconic symbol of freedom
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Bungalow
Bungalow in East Village is a fine indian stop. Michelin Bib Gourmand, Chef Vikas Khanna. Lamb Chops, Coconut Curry. Check current halal handling, booking details and the day’s menu before you go.
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Bergdorf Goodman
Bergdorf Goodman in Fifth Avenue is a luxury dept store centered on Elite, high-privacy personal styling suites and custom tailoring.
masjid in Upper East Side / Manhattan
Islamic Cultural Center of NY
Islamic Cultural Center of NY in Upper East Side / Manhattan is a prayer stop in this district. Opened 1991. First custom-built mosque in NYC. Women's section, school, library.
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Bronx Zoo Safari
Bronx Zoo Safari in New York is a family stop. Spanning over 250 acres; children can ride the Wild Asia Monorail and view the Baboon Reserve.
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Ellis Island Museum
Documents over 12 million historic family immigration stories
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