The theme song of São Paulo samba school Vai Vai is the ‘Future Quilombo,’ and its parade will exalt the Nubian Dynasty. The Egyptian archaeologist and Egypt’s ambassador visited the school’s headquarters.
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On the International Day of the mother language of at least 290 million people all over the world, UN agency highlights its importance for humanity.
Zahi Hawass called on Brazilians to visit his country and discussed new attractions set to open soon. ‘Without tourism, you cannot restore the monuments,’ he said during a press conference at the Arab Chamber.
The Egyptian archaeologist, who’s currently in Brazil, spoke with ANBA. He is looking for the tombs of Ankhesenamun, the wife of Tutankhamun, and of other Ancient Egypt queens and kings.
A virtual tour of the facilities was launched by Google, giving access to the pieces as they were prior to the fire that tore down the Rio de Janeiro venue in September.
The 2nd edition of Off Biennale Cairo, an independent art show in the Egyptian capital, will continue until Saturday. One of its curators is Sheila Zago of Brazil.
Featuring photographs, videos and cartoons, the exhibit ‘Palestine – from river to sea’ will focus on the so-called ‘al Nakba,’ Arabic for ‘the catastrophe,’ a reference to the foundation of Israel and the beginning of the Palestinian exodus from the region.
‘The Book of Muhammad’s Ladder’, an Arab work with plot structures that were reproduced in ‘The Divine Comedy’, was translated by Brazilian researcher Fernanda Pereira Mendes and will be launched for the first time in Portuguese.
The Egyptian archaeologist is coming to Brazil for the first time in December. He will deliver lectures in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro as well.
Three events in December will discuss cultural and historical aspects of the Arab world. The topics are Palestine, the Endless Saga; the Nefertiti Bust-Portrait; and the Veil and the Visibility Conflict. Registrations are open.
The Brazil-Lebanon Cultural Center headquarters in Beirut will host cultural and culinary activities from the Brazilian state next Tuesday (27).
Since its opening a year ago, the museum has hosted four international exhibitions. The majority of non-UAE nationals visiting the museum were from India.
Brazilian writer Roberto Khatlab will talk about the Arab country, its culture, history and tourism, on November 23 at the Syrian Sports Club. The event is for members of the Kanoun Institute, but those interested in becoming a member can register.
Musician Reco do Bandolim and Grupo Choro Livre are set to perform between November 14 and 19 in Abu Dhabi and Kuwait City. The Brazilian instrumental music group’s tour will also include Iran.
