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Fouad el-Awal Street in Cairo, Egypt
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Fouad el-Awal Street in Cairo, Egypt
Fouad el-Awal Street with Hotel Carlton and the Rivoli Cinema on the right and the Egyptian High Court of Justice housing the Supreme Constitutional Court of Egypt on the left - Cairo, Egypt. Date: circa 1940
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Bodies Body Cairo Capital Carlton Cinema Cinemas Cities Constitutional Hotels Judicial Justice Rivoli Supreme Judiciary
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Fouad el-Awal Street, Cairo, Egypt: A Snapshot of Urban Life in the 1940s This evocative photograph captures a bustling scene on Fouad el-Awal Street in Cairo, Egypt, circa 1940. The image showcases the vibrant mix of architecture, transportation, and daily life that characterized the city during this period. On the right side of the street, the iconic Hotel Carlton and the Rivoli Cinema stand proudly. The Art Deco-style Hotel Carlton, with its distinctive arched entrance and elegant facade, was a popular destination for travelers and locals alike. The Rivoli Cinema, a symbol of Cairo's cinematic history, offered a chance to escape into the world of films. Across the street, the Egyptian High Court of Justice, specifically the Supreme Constitutional Court of Egypt, can be seen. The imposing building, with its grand columns and intricate details, housed the judicial body responsible for interpreting the Egyptian Constitution and ensuring the compliance of laws with the Constitution. The street is filled with a lively energy, as cars, bicycles, and horse-drawn carts navigate the narrow lanes. People in traditional Egyptian attire and Western-style clothing walk along the sidewalks, engaged in conversation or browsing the various shops and vendors. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and diverse culture of Cairo during the mid-20th century, a time when the city was a melting pot of political, judicial, and urban life. The Hotel Carlton, Rivoli Cinema, and Egyptian High Court of Justice continue to stand as symbols of Cairo's past and its enduring allure.
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