A Year in Three Seasons: Ancient Egypt’s Calendar
WEBJan 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 (Shemu). Akhet was the first season of the year, marked by the flooding of the Nile. By today’s estimates, the season falls roughly between July and December of the Latin calendar.
Spinning Away: The Origin of Egypt’s Folkloric Tanoura Dance
WEBOct 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 introduced by Turkish philosopher and poet Jalal al-Din al-Rumi, and that it came to Egypt in the 14th century. Jalal al-Din al-Rumi was a renowned Sufi scholar in ...
5 Iconic Dances that Capture Egypt’s Passion for Folk
WEBOct 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 dancing with sticks at weddings. This dance is referred to as ‘Raqs Assaya’ (stick dancing) or ‘Tahteeb’. The latter refers to the symbolic conflict ...
8 Egyptian Actors that Made it in Hollywood and on the Global …
WEBJun 30, 2022 · Yasmina El-Abd. Yasmina El-Abd is already one of the stars of HBOmax’s 2022 TV show ‘ Theodosia ’. At only 16 years old, the Egyptian-American actress born in Switzerland has made appearances in Egyptian productions such as Netflix’s 2022 series ‘ Finding Ola ’ as well as the Lebanese director Zaid Abu Hamdan’s ‘ Daughters of ...
‘AlRawabi School for Girls’ Ending Explained - Egyptian Streets
WEBAug 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 rack holding Layan’s pink uniform, delicately drifting in the breeze. Silence follows as it cuts to flashbacks of Layan in joyful moments, singing and at ease.
7 Egyptian Shows to Watch During Ramadan 2023
WEBMar 29, 2023 · Here are some of the most anticipated Egyptian television shows that will be available to watch this Ramadan. Al-Kateeba 101 (The 101 Battalion) The forcible duo, Amr Youssef and Asser Yassin, are bringing an action-packed series this Ramada with Al-Kateeba 101 (The 101 Battalion). The show follows the events of …
23 Egyptian Women Who Made History
WEBJul 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 perhaps one of Egypt’s most famous feminist figures of all time, along with Durriya Shafiq, Safia Zaghloul and Ester Fanous.
Why Scarabs Are at The Heart of Ancient Egyptian Symbolism
WEBOct 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 commercial Egyptian endeavors. Many handmade, hand-designed artistry, such as Sepia jewelry, derive most of their inspiration from ancient lore …
Jalabiya: Egypt’s Iconic Kaftan - Egyptian Streets
WEBFeb 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 of several centuries. Wide sleeves, patterned or patternless, pulling at the ankles: the jalabiya is an iconic, if not inseparable vision of farmer tradition and modesty.
USD Nears 60 EGP Mark in Egypt’s Black Market - Egyptian Streets
WEBJan 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 official exchange rate, maintained around EGP 30.80 per 1 USD since the Central Bank of Egypt’s last devaluation in January 2023, stands in stark contrast to the escalating rates in the parallel market.