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International Date Festival in Egypt
Egypt accounts for about 18% of global date production
âAlexandria Bluesâ exhibition highlights our precarious existence in this world
Closely related to the rarefied atmosphere of his previous work, the paintings created during the last three years showcase a series of almost empty spaces where the human presence is a distant memory or something that has not happened yet.
Mouled Al Sayeda Nafisa celebrates generosity of Prophetâs granddaughter
Thousands of Muslims gathered to celebrate Mouled Al Sayeda Nafisa in a night that was filled with Dhikr (Islamic enchantments), Sufi dancing, and praises of the Prophet Mohammed and his family. Mouled or Mawlid (birthday celebration) of Al Sayeda Nafisa, the great great granddaugther of Prophet Muhammad, was always witnessed by Sufi followers in …
The God of Love captures Egyptâs superb beauty
Exhibition takes visitors back in time to 1940s and 1960s, as people find themselves surrounded by nothing but women wearing retro dresses, swaying with their loved ones to the rhythms of a live band
Siwaâs alluring salt handicrafts, a hidden treasure in Egypt
The decorative products are globally famous for their eco-friendly elements, low prices
Santa asks: have you been a good boy last year?!
Meow Tours: an initiative aiming to raise awareness of animal rights in Egypt
The Egyptian female world rowing champion seeks to raise awareness about the sport
âWe have everything that it takes for the sport to be more popular than it is. Itâs a pharaonic sport that is engraved on temples, and anyone can practice it as the Nile is open for everyone,â ElZohairy says
Egyptians celebrate Mouled Al-Hussein
The mosque was built in 1154 during the Fatimid Caliphate. It is believed that Al-Husseinâs head was buried in the mosque.
 Eid El-Solh: Siwaâs annual celebration of peace
 Last week, Siwaâs citizens gathered in âEid El-Solhâ (the reconciliation festival), a cultural festival in which the whole community attends to announce the start of a new year with nothing but peace and serenity amongst people.
Unseen sides of Egypt
Top pictures posted on Instagram by amateur photographers
Closing of Shell Egypt Automotive Ramadan Football Tournament
A match was held for junior players between BAG and junior automotive companies, who were honoured by the organisers at the end of the match.
Life of young fisherman by the Nile
âBeing born and raised near the Nile, brings you closer to it. It also shapes your relationship with the creatures living in it,â says Mahrous
Kelanyâs Mawaed Al-Rahman: once small table, now serving over 800 people
âI have been organising Mawaed Al-Rahman for 22 years, and we have never faced any financial issue to offer free meals to people. We can serve over 800 meals daily in Ramadan,â said Mahasen Kelany, the founder of one of the biggest Ramadan charity tables in Hadayek Al-Kobba. Mawaed Al-Rahman (tables of charity) are one …
Egyptâs last days of mandarin season
As winter bids farewell to Egypt, leaving the space to spring, the Egyptians let go of one of their most favourite winter fruits, which is mandarin. The orange-lookalike fruit is considered one of the closest fruits to Egyptiansâ hearts which almost all people anticipate its arrival. Cultivated locally, mandarin is considered one of the top …
Cairoâs flower exhibition colours grey city
With vibrant colours and fresh breeze full of perfumed scents, the Flower Exhibition kicked off a few days ago, invading the pungent smoky weather of Greater Cairo and declaring the start of spring. Inside one of Gizaâs most mesmerizing gardens, Orman, the fascination of blossoms took over visitorsâ souls taking them into a trip …
7th Cairo Classic Meet 2019: road trip to vintage age
The 7th edition of the annual Cairo Classic Meet took place in the presence of an enormous line-up of classic cars and motorcycles from different brands and models. Taking place in the Smart Village in the 6th of October City, the gathering offered a sensational road trip to a vintage age. The oldest car …
Unseen sides of Egypt
Top pictures posted on Instagram by amateur photographers
Unseen sides of Egypt
Top pictures posted on Instagram by amateur photographers in Christmas
Pomegranate: one of Egyptians favourite winter fruits
As the winter season starts, seasonal fruits fill the local markets, with people eagerly waiting for them. Pomegranate comes at the top of these fruits. The rounded-shape fruit is considered one of the Egyptiansâ favourites, especially due to its short period of availability in the market. The six-metre tree is mostly planted in Upper …
Unseen sides of Egypt
Top pictures posted on Instagram by amateur photographers
Memorabilia Paraphernalia: photography exhibition diving into oneâs memoirs
Entering inside Zamalekâs Picasso art gallery, is more like into stepping into nostalgic chamber
Seven tombs unearthed in Saqqara, bringing worldâs first mummified scarabs to light
Discovery was sponsored by Orascom Investment, were thousands of relics belonging to animals and Egyptian gods were found
Harvesting dates springs in Upper Egypt
Children aged 10 take part in harvesting
Cairoâs oldest dyehouse: years of handmade coloured fabrics
Colours are what Salamaâs life is all about since 1955. For 63 years, dying fabrics is the daily life routine of Salama. Despite the fact that he cannot read or write, Salamaâs long expertise years, made him one of the best experts in matching colours, fabrics, and designs.
Egyptâs local amusement parks: working class childrenâs source of happiness in Eid
Days before the Eid starts, people start classifying the parks which differ in size and number
Oldest watch shop in Cairo to be demolished
Ever since it opened its doors to the public in 1907, Nehayat Salamon, the oldest watch shop in Cairo, has been the hit place for Cairoâs elites to get and repair their unique, one-of-a-kind watches. The antique shop has a legacy of over 100 years, which will soon be put to an end, after …
Life of man who spent his years shaping wool into captivating carpets
For 51 years old Bartia Armanous earned his living from the passion that captured his mind, which he started when he was only 15. Making âkilimâ (handmade carpets) was the handicraft that Armanous learned as a child; like millions of artisans, he learned the craft in order to afford his expenses. However, as years …
Commemorating life of Upper Egyptâs sultan
Al-Farghal Mouled is celebrated each year for two weeks in July
Unseen sides of Egypt
Top pictures posted on Instagram by amateur photographers in Ramadan
Abdelwahab Hawam: Young Egyptian artist brings painting, puppeteering togetherÂ
âI was repeatedly told by teachers and acquaintances that painting is forbidden, but I never agreed with that. I donât hurt anyone when I paint,â says artist
