An Islamic History of Europe

Rageh Omaar visits Spain, Sicily and France to discover the history of Islam in Europe

Production

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Seasons

3 Episodes • Premiered 2009

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1. Episode 1 of 3

Rageh Omaar takes a journey in search of the story of Islam in Europe. In Spain, he uncovers an extraordinary tale of scientific advance and rich cultural influences.

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2. Episode 2 of 3

Rageh Omaar visits Sicily and France in search of the story of Islam in Europe. He shows how the seeds of modern Europe can be traced back a Moslem invasion over 1,000 years ago.

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3. Episode 3 of 3

Rageh Omaar visits the last stronghold of Islam in Spain, Granada, and reveals how the fall-out from the final conflict still resonates in the ongoing divide between East and West.

Cast

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Rageh Omaar

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