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Shepheards Hotel, Cairo, Egypt
Shepheards Hotel, Cairo, Egypt Date: 1906
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Cairo Guests Lance Monkey Residents Sellers Shepheard Shepheards Thackeray Tourist Tourists Vendors Visitors
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This photograph, taken in 1906, showcases the bustling scene outside Shepheards Hotel in Cairo, Egypt. Shepheards Hotel, a historic landmark and a symbol of grandeur during the heyday of Egyptian tourism, is located in the heart of the city. The image is filled with a vibrant energy as Egyptian vendors and performers entertain the guests and tourists, both local and foreign, who have gathered in the area. In the foreground, a monkey trainer, dressed in traditional Egyptian attire, skillfully maneuvers his lance, preparing to mount his monkey for a performance. The monkey, perched on a small stool, seems alert and focused, ready for the show. The crowd, a mix of Egyptian residents and tourists, watches with rapt attention, some taking photographs to capture the moment. The hotel's guests, dressed in their finest attire, can be seen lounging on the balconies and terraces, taking in the sights and sounds of the bustling city below. The streets of Cairo are lined with vendors selling souvenirs, food, and trinkets, adding to the lively atmosphere. Thackeray, the famous English writer and traveler, once described Shepheards Hotel as 'the most delightful place in the world,' and it is clear from this photograph that the hotel and its surroundings continued to be a popular destination for travelers seeking adventure and exotic experiences. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Cairo during a time when tourism was in its infancy, and the world was just beginning to discover the wonders of Egypt.
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