Tag: history

The emergence of Christianity in Egypt

The Coptic Era is an important part of Egyptian history that has…

Abdel-Rahman Sherief

If cars could talk

A Lebanese documentary offers new perspective on a country’s history

Thoraia Abou Bakr

Op-ed Review: History repeats itself and wheat

One columnist recalls an incident in Egyptian history that resembles what happened…

Thoraia Abou Bakr

In Search of Oil and Sand reminds viewers of a forgotten era

A documentary shows the lives of some members of Egyptian Royalty before…

Thoraia Abou Bakr

Al-Dahdoura: the forgotten neighbourhood of Ibn Tulun

The neglected neighbourhood of Ibn Tulun makes one nostalgic to a different…

Thoraia Abou Bakr

The treasures of Darb Al-Barabra

The name in Arabic means the Berbers’ Area and from the 19th…

Abdel-Rahman Sherief

Bite Me Cairo: Taste of Zamalek

David Blanks explores the past and present of Zamalek

David Blanks

The quest for the ancient capital Metelis

Egypt and Italy cooperate to document the history of a forgotten site,…

Thoraia Abou Bakr

Restoration Centre at the Grand Egyptian Museum

The centre will work on documenting and restoring all the artefacts received…

Daily News Egypt

Aswan: A city of charm

Discovering some of Aswan’s greatest temples, relaxation and shopping spots

Sarah El Masry