Summer MouledsThe 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 form of wild dancing
accompanied by music, chanting and fireworks. For more information
phone +20 (0)2 285 4509.Aida at GizaThe 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 slave girl, Aida. Contact the Central
Reservation Office on (0)2 736 7314.Pharaohs RallyThe 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 EUR3700 to participate and it is free to
watch.Cairo International Film FestivalWith 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
human dignity, with the festival commemorating the 60th anniversary
of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Another portion of
the festival will be dedicated to the guests of honour, Spanish
cinema, and African cinema will be represented in 'The Black Pearl'
section, showcasing movies that dismiss the myths of Africa being
about jungles, safari, famine, poverty, ethnic conflicts and
disease.
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