A long history of honouring martyrs has helped the Coptic Church survive despite persecution and tribulations
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The persecution of Christians began in the time of Nero. To commemorate such years of persecution, the Coptic Church introduced the Anno Martyrum, or Year of the Martyrs calendar
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The 70-year history of the San Francisco photography studio, located in the central Cairo district of Boulaq, contains many interesting pieces of Egyptian history
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In a 5-day workshop, renowned Sira poet Sayyed Al-Dawi and members of the Warsha troupe delved into the heart of the Helalya epic
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Sufism - the inner, mystical dimension of Islam - under discussion at Cairo University on 26 March
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Prominent artists from Egypt and Sudan joined forces at the Cairo Opera House in a three-day exhibition celebrating Egypt's cultural heritage
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The third installment in a series of folk love stories, the first of which was published to commemorate Valentine's Day 2012
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The second installment in a series of folk love stories, the first of which was published in celebration of Valentine's Day 2012
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'As Simple as That' (Bebesata Keda), tells stories of ten passive and active Egyptians during the 18-day uprising in 2011 that led to the ouster of 30 years of Mubarak rule
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On Valentine's Day, we highlight some of the great love stories in Egypt's folklore heritage
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Many shy away from the frenzied movements and hypnotic music of zars – Egypt's exorcism ritual – but a bit of understanding may help revive the fascinating ancient cleansing experience
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In the spate of festivities marking the first anniversary of the January 25 Revolution, the martyrs - those who gave their life for freedom - should take pride of place
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Escaping King Herod, the Virgin Mary, Joseph and Jesus found safety and shelter in Egypt, a history that to this day makes Egyptians proud
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In the heart of Islamic Cairo, the House of Arabic Singing stands, dedicated to the revival of classical Arabic and Egyptian music and song
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Legendary poet, playwright, cartoonist remains as popular as ever
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Nagi Shaker, the chief designer for Al-Leila Al-Kebira, Cairo's iconic marionette theatre musical of the 1960s, speaks about his life and work
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Renowned visual artist Helmi El-Touni's latest exhibition depicts Egypt's ongoing transitional phase in vivid folk colours
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The Annual exhibition of pottery and tapestry handicrafts of Garagos Artists is back in town
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From the heart of Upper Egypt, authentic handcrafts are now on exhibition in Cairo
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Last week Egypt lost one of its greatest and inimitable storytellers, Ramadan Khater
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