‘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.
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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 …
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.
The Lotus: Egypt’s National Flower | Egyptian Streets
WEBJun 19, 2019 · The history of Egypt's national flower, the lotus flower, dates back to the ancient period, and various depictions have been found in hieroglyphics that portray both the white and blue lotus. With its natural habitat being ponds and rivers, the lotus flower has often come to be associated with purity and cleanliness. In ancient Egypt,
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.
10 Egyptian Ramadan Series to Watch in 2022
WEBMar 14, 2022 · Ahlam Sa’eeda. The ever-magnificent Youssra stars in her new Ramadan TV show, Ahlam Sa’eeda (Sweet Dreams), alongside Ghada Adel, May Kassab, and many others. The series is written by Egyptian film director and producer Hala Khalil and directed by the brilliant Amr Arafa. Comedic in nature, the …