Egypt boasts one of the oldest histories in the world, which has significantly shaped the culture and customs of its inhabitants. It is also one of the most tolerant Muslim countries.
The mentality of the locals is to a large extent influenced by religion, which they profess, namely Islam. As soon as the muezzin, meaning servant of the mosque, begins to call to prayer from the top of the mosque, believers drop everything and devote their full attention to prayer, five times a day.
Mainly due to the very hot climate Egyptians. They are in no hurry, everything has its place, they are unable to make spontaneous decisions, and they are not particularly good at being punctual. When they don't feel like doing something, they automatically say they will do it tomorrow. In addition, however, they are local residents are very open, friendly, and tolerant, it is quite common to find a Christian church next to a mosque.
The locals will try to help you at all costs if you ask them for advice, for example, on how to get from point A to point B. However, they will never admit that they don't know something; they would rather send you in the wrong direction than not send you anywhere at all.
Family ranks among the highest values for Egyptians, which is why here divorces are not very common. In smaller settlements, it is customary for several generations of a family to live under one roof, whereas in large cities such as Cairo, Luxor or Alexandria, the style of living is identical to ours.
Men are among passionate soccer fans They often meet in sports bars during games and cheer on their favorite team together. The man is considered the head of the family, his task is to ensure sufficient well-being for his family, whereas ladies are usually housewives. Their main task is to raise children, maintain order, and run the entire household. In their free time, women most often watch television or receive visitors.
Lively nightlife is also common in Egypt, as evidenced by countless discos and bars, but alcohol is rarely consumed here due to religious beliefs. Residents prefer tea or coffee and hookah, around which everyone sits and telling jokes loudly or experiences.
Because Egyptians place great importance on family, every funeral is a deeply tragic event for them. As a way of honoring the memory of the deceased, the entire family wears only black for a period of at least 40 days. By contrast, weddings are among the most popular social events of the year, attracting large numbers of people. Food plays a central role, as Egyptians truly love good food.
They are based not only on Egyptian cuisine, They also enjoy tasting dishes from different corners of the world. Restaurants are among the most profitable businesses in the country. Egyptians are also strongly superstitious and it is uncommon for them to leave home without a protective amulet.
The most important month of the year for Egyptians is Ramadan, during which Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset and devote themselves mainly to prayer and charitable activities. Visiting Egypt during this month is not recommended, as almost all local businesses are closed.
Ramadan marks the period of the lunar calendar in which the prophet Muhammad saw the first revelation. The date of this holiday changes every year and lasts approximately 30 days. Ramadan ends with the celebrations of Eid al-Fitr, which interrupt the period of fasting.
Other holidays are not as significant for Egyptians. They do not attach as much importance to them as they do to Ramadan.
The development of Egyptian culture was significantly influenced by long history, which we commemorate with countless monuments, including the Egyptian pyramids, temples, and sphinxes. Numerous studies have concluded that the Egyptian people were obsessed with life, which is why they sought to continue it after death.
Egyptians value not only life but also their country, and making comments on their religion, lifestyle, or anything related to Egypt is generally considered rude and inappropriate.
Besides exploring remarkable history, Egyptians, like us, also engage in culture in the form of music or going to the cinema. Popular sports activities include football and water sports.
