Vintage photos show what it was like to visit Egypt 100 years ago
Tourism has been a part of Egypt's economy for over 100 years. Here's what it was like to visit the land of the pharaohs in the '20s.
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Tourism has been a part of Egypt's economy for over 100 years. Here's what it was like to visit the land of the pharaohs in the '20s.
Decades after its release, Orientalism continues to be a valuable resource and provides important lessons
The Egyptian entrepreneur Mansur ʿAbd al-ʿAl Mansur was well-versed in the latest technology and the most powerful machines. After a stint in Saudi Arabia working in aluminum production, Mansur returned to Egypt in the 1980s with roughly 1,000 cassette tapes in tow. Not content with distribution alone, Mansur soon pivoted to A&R (Artists and repertoire), focusing on the search for and development of artistic talent.
Perhaps the most sophisticated approach to the ideology of Pan-Islam, in the new situation of Nationalism-bound Egypt of
Whether in ancient Egypt or on the internet today, cats enjoy a lot of popularity. Where they once commanded the respect of demigods, they are now regarded as fluffy companions that feature prominently in viral memes. With their fascinating contributions to history as well as their prominence in households worldwide, it is almost expected to