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    Undervalued Heritage: Back Streets of Egypt

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    To the street, after a day of playing. The old clinic will turn into a playground once a month, this is the beginning of strengthening the children's bond with their heritage. by: gracefrances Views[231] Children from El-Khalifa were given a rare chance to play in an open space. At this moment they have gathered to paint Egyptian flags on each other's cheeks. by: gracefrances Views[249] An old clinic, an unfinished mosque, was conserved. On this day its a playground. by: gracefrances Views[222] Cultural Heritage is undervalued and garbage dumps are a use for many of these sites. A group, 'Athar Lina,' is working towards building a relationship between the neighborhood's heritage and the community. by: gracefrances Views[264] El-Khalifa, from the minaret of Ibn Tulun, is one of the poorest areas in Cairo. The district is not poor in cultural heritage seen from the many minarets in the area. by: gracefrances Views[307]
     

    Photos: My Scholarship entry - A Space to Play

    Wednesday, 29 Oct 2014 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

    The more time I spend traveling, the more serious I become about photography. Now, no matter where I go, whether it’s on the Beijing Subway or at home in Chicago, I look for the perfect shot. After graduating with a BA in Anthropology and Classics, I ... Read more >
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