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Summer Mouleds
The most prominent religious festivals which tourists experience in Egypt are the 'mouleds', which are incredibly lively processions that take to the streets of Cairo on various saints' birthdays. The mouleds generally take place in summer, and blend religion with folklore, usually taking the... see full details
Aida at Giza
The Cairo Opera House produces annual performances of Verdi's opera in front of the dramatic Pyramids of Giza. The famous tale of Aida remains one of Guiseppe Verdi's best-loved operas, a tragic tale of love featuring an Egyptian captain, Pharoah's daughter and an Ethiopian... see full details
Abu Simbel Festival
The festival takes place twice a year, in February and October, in celebration of Ramses II's birthday. When Ramses II built his temple he carefully positioned it so that on his birthday and during the sun solstices the inner sanctum would become lit,... see full details
Pharaohs Rally
The thrilling three-week-long endurance race across the Sahara Desert attracts competitors from all four corners of the globe. The Pharaohs Rally is a 1864-mile (3000km) circuit beginning under the Sphinx in Giza, crossing the finish line in Cairo. Prices range from €3700 to participate... see full details
Cairo International Film Festival
With a cinematic tradition dating back as far as the 1930, Cairo is known as the 'Hollywood of the Middle East'. The Cairo International Film Festival began in 1976 and the 2008 edition will be screening films tackling issues on human rights and... see full details