Egypt - Ramadan - 2001 |
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I traveled in Egypt, my second visit, during Ramadan in 2001. While I was there, the US bombing of Afghanistan was in full force. Never did I feel unsafe or afraid, and the people were warm, friendly and inviting. Some photos are below:
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![](javascript:openMe("lionCloseup.jpg",759,640,"closeup")) |
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![](javascript:openMe("desertReflection.jpg",800,600,"closeup")) |
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![](javascript:openMe("nefertariAndRamses.jpg",800,437,"closeup")) |
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Pattern Page This uses a design from the image one row up, second from the left as a repeating pattern. There were many similar patterns that one could find in the art and architecture there. |
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