Egypt New Year
If you enjoy visiting Egypt to learn about its ancient history and take in the country's gorgeous weather, Plan Egypt Tours offers you the option to enjoy Egypt New Year Tours. Feed your spirit and embark on a genuine adventure as you explore the amazing Egypt in search of the ancient Egyptian civilization.
When you plan your vacation in Egypt, you can’t miss the chance to visit the current capital Cairo which combines a rich collection of astonishing monuments that have survived along the different eras.
In Egypt, the traditional New Year's Day is celebrated on January 1st, like in many other countries around the world. However, it's important to note that Egypt also has its own unique cultural and religious celebrations throughout the year.
One significant celebration in Egypt is the Coptic Christmas, which takes place on January 7th. The Coptic Orthodox Church follows the old Julian calendar for calculating the date of Christmas. Coptic Christmas is a major religious holiday for the Christian community in Egypt, and it is marked with special services, processions, and family gatherings.
Additionally, Egypt has its own calendar known as the Egyptian calendar, which is based on the ancient Egyptian calendar system. The Egyptian calendar consists of 365 days and is divided into three seasons, each consisting of four months. The new year in the Egyptian calendar falls on the first day of the month of Thought, which usually corresponds to August 29th in the Gregorian calendar.
It's worth mentioning that while the Gregorian calendar is widely used for official and civil purposes in Egypt, the Egyptian calendar is still recognized and observed for certain cultural and religious events.
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