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Egypt

ancient and modern

Marhaba from Cairo, It’s a strange feeling to be in a city just after a revolution. We made a point of making our way to Tahrir Square so we could get a feel for the revolution, as the locals were unashamedly referring to the events of January 25th. We had seen – like the rest …Read More

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Egypt

with or without

Marhaba from Cairo, Egypt is in an interesting phase of its long history. This is a crucial time, just after the tumultuous Arab Spring and the removal of President Hosne Mubarak. With or without Mubarak, the country depends heavily on tourism and the revolution has deterred many of the usual throng of visitors. the age …Read More