Alexandria is a cosmopolitan city and is known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean”. It has an atmosphere that is as European as it is Middle Eastern.

Aswan is a city of great ancient history, colourful buildings, beautiful islands and warm, hospitable locals. It is a place that you certainly must visit when touring the great country of Egypt. 

He twists and twirls, spinning on the spot in a trance like state. It’s an art that is learnt at an early age with lots of practice requires. The whirling dervish is a sight to see!

When used as a social dance, belly dance is performed at celebrations and social gatherings by ordinary people (male and female, young and old), in their ordinary clothes. Read more about this ancient dance.