New Alamein Festival 2023: A Celebration of Egyptian Culture and Heritage

The New Alamein Festival is a cultural and entertainment event that takes place in the city of New Alamein, Egypt, and it features a variety of activities, including music concerts, dance performances, art exhibitions, and sporting events.

The festival is a great opportunity to experience the culture and history of New Alamein, and it is also a great place to enjoy the beautiful beaches and weather of the Mediterranean coast.


Some of the highlights of the festival include:

New Alamein Festiva 2023

• Music concerts by popular Egyptian and international artists.
• Dance performances by traditional and contemporary Egyptian dance troupes.
• Art exhibitions featuring works by Egyptian and international artists.
• Sporting events, such as beach volleyball, basketball, and football.
• Food and drink stalls offering a variety of Egyptian and international cuisine.

The New Alamein Festival is a great way to experience the best of what Egypt has to offer. If you are planning a trip to Egypt, be sure to check out the festival and see for yourself why it is becoming one of the most popular events in the country.

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New Alamein: Egypt's New City of the Future

New Alamein: Egypt's New City of the Future

Have you visited New Alamein in Egypt recently?

New Alamein is a city in northwest Egypt, inaugurated by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on March 1, 2018. 

It lies on the Mediterranean Sea, approximately 85 km west of Borg El Arab International Airport. Some areas till under construction, New Alamein was conceived by the Egyptian government as a center for tourism, education, and government. The city has its own presidential palace and ministry building. Construction is ongoing at New Alamein for three universities, fifteen skyscrapers and 10,000 hotel rooms.

New Alamein Towers

New Alamein is located on the site of the Battle of El Alamein, which was a major turning point in the North African Campaign of World War II. The city is home to a number of memorials and museums dedicated to the battle.

New Alamein is a planned city, and its design is based on the principles of sustainable development. The city is divided into a number of zones, including a residential zone, a commercial zone, and an industrial zone. There are also plans to develop a number of tourist attractions in New Alamein, including a beach resort, a golf course, and a theme park.

New Alamein is expected to have a population of 500,000 people by 2030. The city is seen as a major development project for Egypt, and it is expected to boost the country's economy and attract foreign investment.

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The Land of the Pharaohs

Ancient Egypt was a civilization in Northeast Africa, concentrated along the Nile River in the place that is now the country Egypt.

Ancient Egypt was one of the world's first civilizations. It is also one of the most famous civilizations in history.

 Egyptian civilization followed prehistoric Egypt before 3100 BC (according to conventional Egyptian chronology) with the political unification of Upper and Lower Egypt under Menes (often identified with Narmer). The history of ancient Egypt occurred as a series of stable kingdoms, separated by periods of relative instability known as Intermediate Periods: The Old Kingdom of the Early Bronze Age, the Middle Kingdom of the Middle Bronze Age and the New Kingdom of the Late Bronze Age.

The ancient Egyptians developed a complex system of writing called hieroglyphics, and they were skilled in mathematics, engineering, and astronomy. They also had a complex religion, with many gods and goddesses, and they believed in the afterlife and the importance of preserving the body through mummification.


Ancient Egypt has left a lasting legacy. Its art and architecture were widely copied, and its antiquities were carried off to far corners of the world. Its monumental ruins have inspired the imaginations of travelers and writers for millennia. A newfound respect for antiquities and excavations in the early modern period by Europeans and Egyptians has led to the scientific investigation of Egyptian civilization and a greater appreciation of its cultural legacy.

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Here are some of the most important things to know about ancient Egypt:

• The ancient Egyptians were one of the most advanced civilizations in the world. They had a sophisticated understanding of mathematics, engineering, and astronomy.
• They built some of the most impressive structures in the world, including the pyramids, temples, and tombs.
• They developed a complex system of hieroglyphic writing, which is still not fully understood.
• They had a rich and diverse culture, which is reflected in their art, literature, and religion.
• They were a powerful and influential civilization, which had a significant impact on the development of other cultures in the region.

Ancient Egypt is a fascinating and complex civilization, and there is still much that we do not know about it. However, the knowledge that we do have is truly amazing, and it gives us a glimpse into a world that is long gone but still very much worth exploring.

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Here are some additional facts about ancient Egypt:

• The ancient Egyptians believed in a complex pantheon of gods and goddesses.
• They mummified their dead and built elaborate tombs for them.
  
• They used a solar calendar, which was based on the cycles of the sun.
• They invented the first paper, which was made from papyrus.
• They were skilled metalworkers and jewelers.
• They developed a system of irrigation that allowed them to farm the fertile Nile Valley.
  
• They were a major trading power, and their goods were traded throughout the Mediterranean region.

Ancient Egypt is a fascinating and complex civilization, and there is still much that we do not know about it. However, the knowledge that we do have is truly amazing, and it gives us a glimpse into a world that is long gone but still very much worth exploring.


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Sabil-Kuttab of Abd al-Rahman Katkhuda in old Cairo

The Sabil-Kuttab of Katkhuda is a historical building located in the Islamic district of Cairo, Egypt. 

It was built in the 18th century during the Ottoman era by the prominent Egyptian official, Ahmed Katkhuda. 

The building served as a public fountain (sabil) and a Quranic school (kuttab).

What are sabils and kuttabs
Sabils and kuttabs were almost everywhere in old Islamic Cairo during Mamluk and Ottoman times. Sabils are facilities providing free, fresh water for thirsty people who are passing by. Kuttabs are primitive kinds of elementary schools that teach children to read and write, and to teach young boys the Quran and Islamic principles.

Sabil-Kuttab of Abd al-Rahman Katkhuda

The Sabil-Kuttab of Katkhuda is considered one of the finest examples of Islamic architecture in Cairo. The building features intricate carvings and ornate decorations, including a beautiful wooden mashrabiya screen. The interior of the building is adorned with colorful tiles and calligraphy.

wooden mashrabiya screen

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 Sabil-Kuttab of Katkhuda is an building from the old part of Islamic Cairo, Egypt, comprising a public fountain or sabil, an elementary Quran school or kuttab, and an adjacent residential wing. A prime example of Ottoman and Mamluk architecture, it was built in 1744 by a pioneer Egyptian architect, Katkhuda of Egypt (Abd al-Rahman Katkhuda). Some architects describe it as "The treasure of Ottoman architecture.

The building consists of two main parts. The southern part is two stories high and contains the sabil and the kuttab from which it derives its name.

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 The building was also used as a place of worship on Fridays.

The Sabil-Kuttab of Katkhuda has undergone several renovations over the years, including a major restoration project in the 1990s. Today, the building is open to the public as a museum, showcasing the history and culture of the Islamic era in Cairo.

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