The Muslim holy season of Ramadan is a time of sacrifice. That is especially so for Cairo residents who endure long days of fasting in Egypt's hot temperatures. Cairo-based photojournalist Hamada Elrasam shows how Egyptians of all walks of life find creative ways to cope.
Egyptians of All Walks of Life During Ramadan
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During the fasting hours, some Muslims go shopping to buy new clothes. By the end of Ramadan, Muslims celebrate the end of the fasting with a feast called “Eid El-Fitr.” In Egypt, children are dressed in brand new clothes for the occasion.
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A group of Egyptian athletes gathers in a square to work out before sunset. Athletes find that working out during the last hour of fasting is better for burning more calories than normal.
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In wealthy neighborhoods Egyptians prepare food for free, mainly for the poor, however, anybody is welcome to join and eat.
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The last hour before sundown, everybody is rushing back home to catch Iftar with their family.