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Upper Egypt
Halfa Grass and Hard Lives: The Story of Egypt’s Last Traditional Rope Maker
In an Egyptian village, 65-year-old Hajja Rahma still twists ropes from halfa grass by hand—a craft she learned from her…
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Lower Egypt
Between Legend and Archaeology: The Uncertain Origins of Al-Tawba Mosque
n the heart of Damanhour, Al-Tawba Mosque anchors daily life—hosting prayers, funerals, and Ramadan gatherings. But its origins are shrouded…
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Upper Egypt
Ramadan Nights in Upper Egypt: Why the Family Diwan Is Still the Heart of the Community
In the villages of Upper Egypt, the family diwan is more than a gathering place—it’s a court, a classroom, and…
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Lower Egypt
The Secret Recipe That’s Been Drawing Crowds to a Damanhour Alley for 100 Years
In a narrow alley off Damanhour’s Clock Square, a family has been perfecting the same dish for four generations. Hebash,…
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Upper Egypt
From Jakoud to Abrey: The Flavors of a Nubian Ramadan Table
In Nubian villages across southern Egypt, Ramadan iftar is a communal affair. Families bring their home-cooked dishes to shared tables…
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Greater Cairo
The Mosque Where Egypt’s Rulers Prayed: 14 Centuries of Ramadan at Amr Ibn Al-As
For centuries, Egypt’s rulers gathered at Amr Ibn Al-As Mosque for the final Friday prayer of Ramadan. Explore the history…
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Lower Egypt
Can a Website Save Alexandria? Inside the Crowdsourced Archive Fighting Erasure
In Egypt’s second city, rapid development is erasing centuries of history. One Alexandrian is fighting back with a camera, a…
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Cleopatra sparks controversy again… What happened at the Alexandria Film Festival?
The Alexandria International Film Festival for Mediterranean Countries has sparked widespread controversy in recent days since the poster for the…
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Greater Cairo
The Ancient Origins of Tamr Hindi: Why This Tangy Drink Is a Ramadan Essential
Where does tamarind come from? Why is it called “Indian date”? And what did Ibn Sina say about it? Discover…
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