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Nile River

Beneath the Sands The Vibrant Colors of Esna

By Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer. For centuries, the Temple of Esna lay hidden beneath layers of silt and sand, its grandeur buried and its secrets forgotten. Travelers passing through the Nile’s banks could scarcely imagine the vibrant colors of sanctuary that once stood there, alive with the prayers of ancient worshippers and … Continued

Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis

By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America contributing writer Sudan is currently experiencing one of the most severe humanitarian crises in its history. With a legacy of conflict, economic instability, and environmental challenges, the country is in urgent need of assistance. The crisis has affected nearly 13.4 million people, including 7.3 million children, according to … Continued

Honey Islands on the Nile

The Nile is home to a great diversity of villages and communities along the whole river, one of which being a cluster of islands that specialize in beekeeping and producing honey. Beekeeping, also known as apiculture, has been traced back to 3500 BC and continues today on the agricultural islands on the Nile River.

Why did the Ancient Egyptians live near the Nile River?

By: Tasnim Elnasharty/Arab America Contributing Writer   Egypt may seem a basic country, however, that is not the case as there are many things that can be said and would take years and years to explain. Let’s take you on a journey to the pharaonic era. Thousands of years ago, wheat was a very important element … Continued

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