SPREADING THE BEAUTY OF ISLAM AT PUTRAJAYA INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC ARTS & CULTURE FESTIVAL (PIIACUF 2014) It is a little known fact that the Golden Age of Islam had contributed much to the modern establishment of science, medicine, astrology, algebra and many other sectors. The Putrajaya International Islamic Arts & Culture Festival is the ideal platform to share the rich history of Islam; not just to Muslims but to the masses; sharing a wealth of information that is interesting and best portrays the Islam’s diverse range of Islamic oriented innovation and progress? From 30 October to 2 November 2014 at Dataran Putrajaya, the Putrajaya International Islamic Arts and Cultural Festival (PIIACUF 2014) will live up to its vision of being the purveyor of the values of Islam through the perspective of a moderate society where arts and culture takes centre stage in delivering the messages of Islam to the world. Islam as a way of life had its fair share in shaping the world through the ages. From the best of philosophers, thinkers, artists and leaders, PIIACUF 2014 will exhibit some of the finest works of Islam through the organising of exhibitions, seminars, symposiums, music and arts. 1 PIACUF 2014 is themed to specifically take its visitors through a journey of enlightening Islamic arts and cultural factors with a primary focus on the Wonders of the Islamic World. The appreciation towards past achievements and success of the Muslim legacy then will surely open a new Pandora of thoughts for the future of Islam and Muslims in a modern world. PIIACUF 2014 is organised mainly by Perbadanan Putrajaya (PPJ). Its main objectives and functions include promoting, stimulating, facilitating and undertaking commercial, infrastructure and residential development in the area, as well as to manage the economic and social development in order to make the best out of the many upcoming programmes. Apart from that, PPJ is focused on the control and coordination of the performances and activities. The event promises the best of Islamic arts and culture under one roof and surely it will be an event not to be missed. So join this wonderful journey of appreciation at the Putrajaya International Islamic Arts & Cultural Festival 2014. Programme Highlights  PIIACUF 2014 has in store a line-up of productive and interesting activities that will have you wanting more. Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the numerous published works from many different Islamic writers and authors at the Malaysia International Islamic Book Expo 2014. Additionally, there will be a Selawat with Habib Syech Assegaf as one of the main highlights at the event.  There will also be a number of different forums taking place at PIIACUF 2014, including the International Islamic Forum (IIF) Putrajaya 2014 and Architecture Forum. 2  Probably one of the more popular highlights of the programme would be the highly inspirational Journey of Nur Concert 2.0, as visitors get to enjoy an array of exquisite performances in a new and improved edition of the well-renowned concert.  Exhibitions within the event include the primary focus of the show, Wonders of the Islamic World. Following that, many other intriguing exhibitions are in store for the entire programme. These include the AlAqsa Exhibition, Keris and Souq (Souq/Jualan). PIIACUF 2014 is an eye-opener for both Muslims and non-Muslims alike. So keep an eye out for the many exciting developments that will be on display in this year’s events. - end - For more information or enquiries, please contact Visit Malaysia Year 2014 Secretariat, at 03-8891 7000 or log on to www.vmy2014.com. 3