23 Egyptian Women Who Made History
WEBJul 26, 2019 · Mona Eltahawy is a distinguished Egyptian-American freelance journalist, whose work has appeared in The Guardian, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Miami Herald Tribune, U.S. News and World Report. She was ranked the 30 th most powerful Arab Woman in 2012 by Arabian Business. 5. Tahany El Gebali.
Jalabiya: Egypt’s Iconic Kaftan - Egyptian Streets
WEBFeb 28, 2022 · 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.
Library of Alexandria: A Lost Millennium of Knowledge
WEBNov 23, 2021 · An archive of knowledge said to be so expansive, so awe-worthy, that upon its ruin the Queen of Egypt cried. As smoke took to the skies of Alexandria, Cleopatra lamented the ancient world’s most adorned library: Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Bibliotheca Alexandrina - less formally known as the Library of Alexandria, Museum of …
About - Egyptian Streets
WEBAbout. Egyptian Streets (ES Media Network FZ LLC) is Egypt’s leading independent English media organisation – organically reaching more than two million people a month across our social media platforms, website and other platforms. Egyptian Streets aims to provide an alternate portrayal of Egyptian affairs, focusing primarily on the stories ...
Egypt’s Endangered Species: A Current Assessment of the Native …
WEBJun 27, 2019 · The species is threatened by deficiency of water in coastal areas, as well as desert greening. The Slender-Horned Gazelle or Gazella Leptoceros is a species indigenous to Egypt, Libya, Algeria and Tunisia. Around 300 to 600 mature individuals are claimed to exist. A major threat that is attributable to the decline of this species is hunting.
9 Things You Should Know about the Cairo Metro - Egyptian Streets
WEBOct 25, 2015 · 1. THERE ARE THREE METRO LINES. Line 1 (Marg to Helwan) This was Cairo’s first metro line ever and can serve around 60,000 passengers per hour in each direction. With only five stations underground, this line goes all the way from El Marg to Helwan in south Cairo, covering almost 44 kilometers.
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,
‘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.
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.
Oaks and Corks: The Brief History of Wine in Egypt
WEBJun 29, 2022 · According to scholarly research, the wine in ancient Egypt was essentially produced from grapes, pomegranates, and date. Its use, beyond that of drinking, was also as offering to the gods and the deceased in rituals, but also in medical treatments. image via Wine of Ancient Egypt. Moreover, wine was often used as a …