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The palace that will host Islamic retreat of Mamdani's wife

Observador5 September 2026 at 10:47

New York City's first lady will travel to Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal, to participate in an Islamic retreat. This trip is part of a "journey through the history of Islam in Portugal," an experience that combines cultural and spiritual elements.

The retreat will take place at Paço da Glória, a historic property that hosts this type of experience. The same venue is also known for organizing grief retreats, demonstrating its vocation for hosting introspective retreats.

Eric Adams' wife, the mayor of New York City, embarks on this journey that explores the presence and history of Islam in Portuguese territory, an initiative that bridges cultural diplomacy and spirituality.

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