Egypt: The Uniqueness of Ramadan in Cairo

Three years ago, I was privileged to spend the Ramadan fasting period in this remarkable city. That year, Ramadan coincided with the Easter and Lent periods, and I shared my impressions of this extraordinary place with readers. I recall noting the harmony and tolerance that allowed minority Christian groups to hold street processions celebrating Easter, as well as the city’s orderliness and the abundance of historical monuments that attracted millions of visitors from all over the world. This…