Easter

Sham El-Nessim is a celebration that takes place in Egypt and some Arab countries on the first day of April every year. It is considered a traditional national and popular holiday in which the beginning of spring is celebrated. Sham El Nessim is a day for walking and enjoying the fresh air and green nature. The roots of this celebration go back to the Pharaonic times in ancient Egypt, where it was considered an important day for the ancient Egyptians to spend wandering around, celebrating, and exchanging gifts and food. These traditions have blended with Christian and Islamic religious and cultural customs and traditions throughout the ages. The Sham El Nessim celebration includes several customs and traditions, including gathering in gardens, parks, and beaches, and eating popular foods such as fesikh, herring, green onions, and colored eggs. Children also play kites and traditional outdoor games. Sham El Nessim is considered an occasion for social bonding and communication between family members and friends, and represents an opportunity to enjoy nature and unwind, away from the pressures of daily life. These celebrations demonstrate the strong community spirit and rich cultural heritage of the Egyptian and Arab people.