Your Place or Mine with Shaun Keaveny Salma El-Wardany: Cairo, Egypt
Nov 15, 2023
Salma El-Wardany, a BBC presenter, and Iszi Lawrence, a resident geographer, historian, and comedian, discuss the remarkable city of Cairo and its cultural significance. They explore the construction of the Great Pyramid, the unity displayed by the people of Cairo during the Arab Spring revolution, the vibrant food culture in Cairo, and the hazards of the city such as donkey carts and aggressive watermelon sellers.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Ancient Jobs and the Remarkable City of Cairo
01:35 • 21min
The Great Pyramid of Giza
23:00 • 8min
Powerful people, the Arab Spring, and unity in Cairo
30:46 • 6min
Egyptian Cuisine and Food Culture in Cairo
36:19 • 3min
Trusting, Respect, and Hazards
39:04 • 6min