A Year in Three Seasons: Ancient Egypt’s Calendar
Jan 28, 2022 · The civil calendar was divided into three seasons based on Nile observations: the season of inundation (Akhet), the season of growth (Peret), and the season of harvest …
Why Scarabs Are at The Heart of Ancient Egyptian Symbolism
Oct 26, 2021 · Today, the scarab remains in Egypt as a symbol of beauty and culture. It features commonly in jewelry and artistry, embedded as a symbol in contemporary art and more …
5 Iconic Dances that Capture Egypt’s Passion for Folk
Oct 6, 2021 · Here are five dances that reflect the many different shades of Egypt’s culture: 1. ‘Sai’di’ (Upper Egyptian) Egyptian movies based in Upper Egypt (Al-Sai’d) often show two men …
The Nile River: An Eternal Lifeline Shaping Ancient to Modern Egypt
Nov 29, 2023 · The Nile River stands as a testament to the enduring significance of natural resources in shaping civilizations, and influencing ancient and modern Egypt profoundly. Its …
‘AlRawabi School for Girls’ Ending Explained - Egyptian Streets
Aug 19, 2021 · Layan’s uniform in ‘AlRawabi School for Girls’; courtesy of Netflix. The camera pans outside the bachelor pad and a gunshot rings out as the camera settles on the drying …
From London to Ancient Egypt: the Reincarnation of Dorothy Eady
Sep 13, 2021 · There’s a long and winding staircase, its rails sanded mahogany and its steps slanted; at its landing is the crumpled body of a little girl. Dorothy Eady was pronounced dead …
Jalabiya: Egypt’s Iconic Kaftan - Egyptian Streets
Feb 28, 2022 · By Mona Abdou. A signature blend of cotton, wool, and culture is embodied in the jalabiya —a gown-like kaftan that has been part and parcel of Egyptianism for the better part …
Spinning Away: The Origin of Egypt’s Folkloric Tanoura Dance
Oct 3, 2021 · The Tanoura is a unique dance that is often seen as philosophical or even religious, taking the dancer to new spiritual levels. Many historians say that the Tanoura dance was first …
USD Nears 60 EGP Mark in Egypt’s Black Market - Egyptian Streets
Jan 17, 2024 · The US Dollar is set to break the EGP 60 mark in Egypt’s black market, which stood at EGP 57 per 1 USD, according to an Ahram Online at the start of the week.. The …
23 Egyptian Women Who Made History
Jul 26, 2019 · 18. Huda Sha’arawi. “Men have singled out women of outstanding merit and put them on a pedestal to avoid recognizing the capabilities of all women.”. Huda Sha’arawi is …