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Sham Ennessim ( Arabic: شم النسيم, Sham Al Nassim or Sham an-Nassim; Egyptian Arabic: Sham Ennesim, IPA: [ˈʃæmm ennɪˈsiːm]) is an Egyptian national festival marking the beginning of spring, as it originates from the ancient Egyptian Shemu festival.
May 3, 2021 · Sham el-Nessim is one of the very few festivals that is celebrated by Egyptians regardless of their faith, because it predates both Christianity and Islam. Boat rides and fairgrounds are hugely...
May 6, 2024 · Sham El-Nessim translates to ‘smelling the breeze’ in English and is originally pronounced as Tshom Ni Tshom (garden meadows). As the translation suggests, the holiday must be celebrated outdoors, allowing the whole population to inhale the outside air.
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Apr 14, 2023 · Sham Ennessim is one of the most important holidays in Egypt. All Egyptians celebrate it regardless of religion, class and background. The annual celebration of the Sham Ennessim festival is considered the oldest connection to Egypt’s pharaonic heritage.
May 3, 2021 · Sham El-Nessim's ceremonial rituals are not limited to eating and going on picnics, as Egyptians also celebrate by dancing, singing and attending theater performances. Over time, Sham El-Nessim has also become an opportunity for families to travel to the beach and enjoy the pleasant weather.
Apr 17, 2023 · On the Monday after Orthodox Easter Sunday, Egypt celebrates one of its favourite springtime holidays: Sham El-Nessim. While its date associates it with Easter, it is not related to any religious event, and is actually one of the longest-standing Egyptian holidays, dating back to as early as 4,500 years ago.
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Apr 25, 2022 · The ancient Egyptian festival of Sham en-Nessim is still celebrated by 100 million+ Egyptians. Learn about the Arabic holidays, origins & traditions. Skip to content
