Upper Egypt
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Qena celebrates the Prophet’s birthday… rituals passed down through generations for centuries
For more than four centuries, Qena has retained its distinctive character in commemorating the Prophet’s birthday. As the occasion approaches,…
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“Molokhia Night”.. A tradition passed down to celebrate the Prophet’s birthday in Naga al-Aqarba
There, in southern Luxor, specifically in Naga al-Aqarba, the scene is renewed every year on the night of the Prophet’s…
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“Reviving Historic Esna” wins the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2025
The city of Esna, located south of Luxor, has brought Egypt back into the global architectural spotlight after the Agha…
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Mermah is a fencing on horse competition and for over 150 years tournaments take place in celebration of the Prophet Mohamed’s birthday in Luxor
The “Marmah” events continue during the celebrations of the Prophet’s Birthday in the village of Manshaat Al-Amari, affiliated with the…
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The Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary: “The Cycle” tours villages with hymns and joy
With the arrival of August, celebrations begin for the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which take on a special…
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From architecture to folk games… Details of the first heritage arts festival in Qena
In November, the governorate of Qena is preparing to launch the first edition of the “Heritage Arts and Crafts Festival,”…
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How do countries preserve their historic buildings? America’s experience in relocating a railway building
Many countries around the world have resorted to enacting strict legislation and penalties to prevent the demolition or alteration of…
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Okra: Esna’s traditional cuisine that brings back the flavors of lentils and shululu
In one of the quiet alleys branching off from Khnum Temple Street in the city of Esna, south of Luxor,…
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“Al-Argoul”: Attempts to revive the heritage of the Egyptian rural instrument
The most famous moment in which the argoul appears may be the scene in which the character Masoud, played by…
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The last cow plow in Awamiya…Ahmed Al-Najjar protects the memory of the land from the advance of tractors
At six in the morning, Ahmed Abdo Al-Najjar, 67, sets off on his cart, carrying his old wooden plow. Behind…
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