Ramadan lantern
Ramadan lanterns appear on market in various shapes
Egypt
April 18, 2019
Ramadan lanterns appear on market in various shapes
Only a few days to go before the beginning of the month of Islamic fasting wherein Egyptians observe numerous traditions,…
Ramadan in Egypt, very spiritual
Egypt
June 17, 2015
Ramadan in Egypt, very spiritual
If you are not in Egypt during the holy month of Ramadan, definitely you’ll miss the 30 most spiritual days…
Swiss embassy holds Ramadan lantern exhibition
Art news
June 14, 2015
Swiss embassy holds Ramadan lantern exhibition
The Swiss embassy in Cairo is running a lantern exhibition celebrating the holy fasting month of Ramadan, which begins Thursday,…
Ramadan Fanous, an old tradition that never dies
Culture
July 9, 2013
Ramadan Fanous, an old tradition that never dies
Everything is falling into place. The flashing, shimmering, colours of authentic lanterns light up the night, numerous strands of paper…
Children’s corner: How to make your own Ramadan lantern
Life & Style
August 12, 2011
Children’s corner: How to make your own Ramadan lantern
This Ramadan, the Great Cairo Library in Zamalek has been running a number of craft workshops for children aged from…
In search of the fanous Ramadan
Art news
August 2, 2010
In search of the fanous Ramadan
Fanous Ramadan (the Ramadan lantern) is an essential part of Ramadan’s magical atmosphere. The origin of the fanous dates back…