Behind the coloured gates of Dubai's Taijiku House of Om - in pictures
Transformed into a safe space that accommodates all faiths and people, the Taijitu House of Om has received around 13,000 visitors since it opened its doors in June last year.
Wissam Barakeh and Gizem Mutluay demonstrate a yoga dancer position at Taijitu House of Om. Reem Mohammed / The National
Wissam Barakeh, the founder of Taijitu House of Om, meditates on a boat atop the jungle-themed pool. Reem Mohammed / The National
Inside Taijitu House of Om Master Daae Kim leads a Brain Sensitizing: Brain Energy Awareness Training session. Reem Mohammed / The National
Wissam Barakeh and Gizem Mutluay demonstrate a yoga flag position at Taijitu House of Om in Dubai. Reem Mohammed / The National
Wissam Barakeh, the founder of Taijitu House of Om, shares his Jumeirah home by offering free activities such as meditation, yoga, life coaching, and healing. Reem Mohammed / The National
Master Daae Kim leads a Brain Sensitizing: Brain Energy Awareness Training session. Reem Mohammed / The National
Religious and spiritual items at the Taijitu House of Om. Reem Mohammed / The National
A drawing hangs inside Taijitu House of Om. Reem Mohammed / The National
Murals with spiritual iconography line the walls of the Taijitu House of Om. Reem Mohammed / The National
Master Daae Kim leads a Brain Sensitizing: Brain Energy Awareness Training session. Reem Mohammed / The National