Sham El-Nessim

The festival of Sham El-Nessim falls on the Monday after Easter. It is a time to breathe in the air, and families will take trips to the countryside, visit parks and zoos, color eggs and have picnics. It’s a celebration of spring that can be shared by all modern Egyptians regardless of their religion.
The word “Sham El Nessim” means "smell the breeze". It is a time to smell a new fresh breeze. That is the breeze of spring at its beginning, and a special menu is eaten on Sham El-Nessim: salted fish, vegetables, fruits, lupin seeds, and green onions.
On Sham el Nessim day Egyptian people waked up at 6 am, and they colored the eggs, and they also went to a public park.
Egyptian celebrated Sham el Nessim by eating smelly fish known as fiseekh. “The fiseekh is prepared in a traditional process that is considered almost an art form. The process of preparing the fish is passed from one generation to another to ensure its quality. The types of fish used are sardines, mackerel and anchovies. Their prices range from LE 15 to 20.” said Fisher man.
And also “Many hotels in Egypt provide specials for this holiday, so it can be a fun time’’ said House Keeper in Hotel.
For Example: Hilton Pyramids Golf Resort Hotel which is located less than a mile from Dream Park that gives you access to the golf, tennis, swimming pools, and a full fitness center at Dreamland's Sports and Golf Club.
Finally, at night Egyptian went to the Cairo tower because it’s nice to be up high in Cairo. They enjoyed one of the best views from the Cairo Tower, located on Gezira Island (Zamalek). All is spread out below you when you are at the top of the tower. They really enjoyed the day.