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| Tahrir is to the left, closer to the back |
Today is the one year anniversary of the uprising against Mubarak. Tahrir square is ALIVE with people, celebrations and a general longing for continued change. It is an official holiday so no classes or orientation for me! Businesses around Zamalek are almost all shut down for the day. Last night, I was able to catch a glimpse of the insanity to come with a couple friends. We decided to walk and then (after some excellent bartering on the part of one of the gents), to cruise up the Nile to Tahrir.
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| Our "Cruise" |
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| Nighttime view of Cairo Tower |
We enjoyed a few beers at a local bar and took in the increasing anticipation of those around us. At the time people were only beginning to set up tents, platforms and signs, but despite the rain, and mess the atmosphere of excitement could already be felt. People were whistling, honking and thrilled at the prospect of what the next day would bring.
Unfortunately, because I had already been there last night, and due to safety reasons I ended up not going back in today to see everything for myself. BUT, luckily I have some friends who went in early this morning before things got too insane and lent me some of their wonderful pictures! So here's a small taste of what's happening in Tahrir!
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| Kefaya originally means "enough" in Arabic, but today it is the unofficial slogan for those Egyptians desiring change. |
Here's a few articles about what's going on in Tahrir today:
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