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 ...
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 …
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 ...
‘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.
Discover Egypt’s Most Streamed Songs And Artists of 2021
WEBDec 5, 2021 · Four of his songs made it into the top ten for 2021, including Asyad El Soot featuring LZHYMR, Msh Fair, A’afreet El Asphalt, and Hustla. “I can’t explain how happy I am to be Spotify’s top streamed artist for the second year in a row,” Wegz commented in response to Spotify’s press-release. “A big thanks to the best fans in the ...
Koshari: How to Make Egypt’s National Dish - Egyptian Streets
WEBAug 27, 2017 · Step 5: In a large pot, add the oil, lentils, rinsed rice, and a pinch of salt, pepper, and cumin. Add 3 cups of boiled water to the pot. Allow it to boil for two minutes. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes on low heat. Step 6: Wash and drain the chickpeas then put in a frying pan for one minute on high heat.
The Drink That Unites All Egyptians | Egyptian Streets
WEBJun 30, 2014 · While orange juice is mostly drank to fight or prevents the cold, Asab is drank for it´s overall “healthy” qualities. “Asab is good for the kidneys and the heart,” said Mohamed without any trepidation. “The first thing they say to you at the doctor´s is drink sugar cane,” continued Mohamed. “Asab for the kidneys and a healthy ...
Fayoum’s Valley of the Potters: Where Ancient Egypt Lives On
WEBOct 28, 2015 · Thousands of years later, pottery continues to live on in Egypt, and is proudly passed on from one generation to the other. One safe haven where the ancient Egyptian craft has stood the test of time is al-Nazla Village, 30 km north-west of Fayoum city. Originally called Nazlet Shoketi, the village name was eventually shortened to al-Nazla ...
19 Middle Eastern Desserts to Remember this Ramadan
WEBMay 5, 2019 · 3. Kunafeh. Middle Eastern Kunafeh topped with pistachios. Sweet, rich, crunchy and creamy, Kunafeh or Knafeh can be found in regions that used to be occupied by the Ottoman Empire. This sweet pastry is the Middle Eastern version of the cheese cake. Kunafeh is made of semolina dough and thin noodle-like phyllo pastry.
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.