If I could change....
Traffic: I think that the traffic in Egypt, in general, is a huge problem. Traffic jams ad problems cause so much delay, hassle and chaos in our day to day life. If there was less traffic, then people wouldn’t be so stressed all the time. Things would go a lot more smoothly and life would be a lot simpler.
However, it is not so bad in Sharm, but it could be a lot better.
Well, that is certainly something to bear in mind…
Traditions
Generosity and friendly manner
Generosity and the Egyptian’s infamous overfriendly manners are what usually make Egyptians stand out. They are extremely well-known for it; they way the greet each other and others and make them feel welcome, how the help each other and how their doors are always open. Warm hearted and loving attitudes are a traditional trademark of the Egyptian culture.
Destinations
Egypt is an amazingly beautiful place but so unrecognized and appreciated, we have so many wonderful and historic marvels that should be rightly respected and valued. Therefore, we have brought to you some of the best to see for yourselves the great heritage we have been honoured with.
Imagine you are travelling on a magic carpet and let us guide you through the captivating cities, breath-taking landscapes, and show you what no other can; see Egypt through our eyes.
We have chosen the enchanted Khan El Khelili as our first stop. Khan El Khelili is located in Cairo and is the market of a variety of bazaars where you can buy almost anything from souvenirs to animals, coffee shops, restaurants and shops. Most of these places are pretty small and extremely traditional in style and service such as Arabic coffee and shisha is probably the most popular items served in Khan El Khelili. This bazaar district is one of Cairo's main attractions for tourists and even more so, the Egyptians.
Another great interest in Khan El Khelily is the Al-Hussein Mosque, also the Al-Azhar University and its mosque which are not far away.
This great market is of extreme historical relevance as it dates all the way back to 1382, when Emir Djaharks El Khalili built a large caravanserai (roadside inn where travelers could rest and recover from the day's journey and means khan in Arabic) in Cairo under the Burji Mamluk Sultan Barquq. However, there was much damage done within the walls of a city as a result of the Black Death. It was only when Barquq built Madrasa Khanqah that Khan El Kheilily was established.
Well, how is that for interesting then?
Good Reads
World Cup Sum Up
By the time this issue is out the great Mondial will be over, and if there is one thing that we can take away from the games played so far, it’s that Fifa president Sepp Blatter’s vehement resistance to the use of technology has become untenable.
Museums You've Probably Never Been To
By Lena Alsayegh
We all know that Egypt has a wealth of historical sites and a rich overlap of cultures spanning thousands of years. However, only a fraction of us have actually ever seen the Pyramids or been to Luxor, let alone the Egyptian Museum. So, we’ve decided to spotlight a few places to whet your cultural appetite if you should ever find yourself with nothing to do on a Saturday afternoon.
The Dreams Will Only Die With Me
A dream starts with one clear thought.
(E. MOON)
Do you ever feel your head won’t be quiet? Are a million thoughts racing through your brain telling you, ‘gotta do this, gotta do that, gotta do, gotta do!’ Do you feel your mind is racing, does there seems to be no end to the physical and emotional tasks you are setting yourself? Everything becomes confused; you don’t know where to start to eliminate all the rubbish going around in your head.
Headlines
Homeopathy In Sharm
When you visit the doctor, he will ask you what is wrong. "My foot hurts," you might say, and the doctor will lift the foot and look at it from all angles.
He has seen this before. Within 15 minutes, he will learn all of the details he needs to make a diagnosis. He will write on a pad, hand you a slip of paper, and you will hobble out the door. This is how medicine is done, right?
Why is it then, that for the same complaint, a homeopath will require that you sit in her office for at least an hour? Why will she ask you about your childhood, your dreams, your preferences for food, and so on?
What are these tiny white pills she has recommended you, and why do they have a name that sounds so strange?
Real Estate In Sharm
Over the past few years the resorts surrounding the Red Sea have witnessed a property boom which parallels those of Spain and Dubai in recent times. At the forefront of this increase in demand is the resort of Sharm El Sheikh, ideally situated on the southernmost tip of the Sinai Peninsula. Buoyed by a rapidly expanding tourist industry, Sharm El Sheikh is today one of the most popular destinations for people looking to purchase a property in Egypt.
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Do You Believe In The Evil Eye?
Hello Muriel, Do you believe in the evil eye? Thanks, Mona
Dear Mona,
I don’t think it is about belief; it is more about respect and acceptance for other people’s beliefs. It is not about my opinion either as opinions become diluted with age.
The ‘Evil Eye’ is believed by many cultures to be able to cause bad luck or injury on the person to whom it is directed.
The concept and significance of it varies widely between cultures, but for me the psychodynamics are of ‘envy.’
It has been mentioned several times in the Bible and is also mentioned in the Koran.
Breakdance In Sharm
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Sharm Schooling
Hello Muriel, I am new In Sharm and I feel lost because I don't know which school to put my child in? Do you have any advice on what I should look for in a good school? Thanks, Amanda
