In Toronto, the Gladstone Hotel and the Broadview Hotel offer two unique hotel experiences that showcase the city’s vibrant and diverse culture. Located in the west and east parts of Queen Street, respectively, both hotels are situated in lively and diverse neighborhoods that feature a range of businesses, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Whether you chooseContinue reading “Queen Streets Historic Hotels: A Look at the Gladstone and Broadview Hotels”
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Story of Hassan Fathy, Egypts Architect for the Poor.
Often referred to as the ‘Architect of the Poor’, Hassan Fathy used a particular interpretation of tradition to propose an alternative modernity At the age of 78, in a key scene of the documentary movie Il ne suffit pas que Dieu soit avec les pauvres, Hassan Fathy was interviewed at his Ottoman-Mamluk flat, at the foot ofContinue reading “Story of Hassan Fathy, Egypts Architect for the Poor.”
The Architecture of Egyptian Art Nouveau
Egyptian Art Nouveau Have you ever come across a building with curved doorway designs or graceful floral motifs surrounding a facade of a window? If you did, then you were probably looking at Egyptian Art Nouveau. Art Nouveau, which literally means, “New Art” in French, is a design style that emerged during the later 19thContinue reading “The Architecture of Egyptian Art Nouveau”
Postcards of Egyptian Nostalgia
Egypt at the Turn of the Century During the first quarter of the twentieth century, the product of postcards went through a commercial boom in Egypt due to the heavy tourist traffic and the prosperous business atmosphere that took place in Egypt. At the time it witnessed an active modernization phase. Benefitting from the accumulatedContinue reading “Postcards of Egyptian Nostalgia”
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The History and Design of Istanbul’s Grand Post Office
In the historical peninsula, a city heritage shines right in the middle of the famous route from Sultanhamam Street to Mahmutpasa at one end and from Ankara Street to Babiali at the other end; Sirkeci Grand Post Office building. This work, which is located at the most vivid and crowded part of the city, hasContinue reading “The History and Design of Istanbul’s Grand Post Office”
First Look at the Controversial Taksim Square Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has inaugurated a mosque in Taksim Square, Istanbul after decades of court battles public debate, and protests over building a large religious symbol in the heart of the city. The imposing Art Deco Style Mosque features a 30-meter (98-feet) high dome and combines the Ottoman and contemporary arch. Designed byContinue reading “First Look at the Controversial Taksim Square Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey”
The Most Unbelievable Street Food Market in Alexandria, Egypt
Egyptian street food is one of the most popular places to buy meats, fruits, nuts vegetables, and so much more. With small carts scattered all over the busy streets of Alexandria and Cairo, selling traditional local food such as foul, falafel sandwiches and koshari, it’s a must for anybody travelling to Egypt to visit. WhileContinue reading “The Most Unbelievable Street Food Market in Alexandria, Egypt”
Strolling Egypts Corniche Waterfront Promenade in Alexandria
We start our walk on the Eastern side of the Corniche, a waterfront Promenade running along the eastern harbour of Alexandria, Egypt. Facing the mediterranean sea, Alexandria Corniche is a very important place where you can see the wonder and beauty of the Egyptian people. Locals as well as tourists frequent it in summer andContinue reading “Strolling Egypts Corniche Waterfront Promenade in Alexandria”
Cairo’s Azhar Park | Egypts Most Spectacular Ancient Park & Dramatic Skyline Views
Enjoy exotic settings, reminiscent of ancient times gone by a variety of unique cafes and restaurants, fully positioned for visitors to appreciate the most dramatic views of Cairo. Citadel View Alain Le Notre Citadel ViewStudio Misr Ayyubid Café Azhar Lakeside Café More about The Cultural Heritage of Al-Darb Al-Ahmar & Historic Cairo – Egypt Al-DarbContinue reading “Cairo’s Azhar Park | Egypts Most Spectacular Ancient Park & Dramatic Skyline Views”
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