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Egyptian Center for Culture and Arts - Makan

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Opens at January 1-December 31 Wednesday 19:00-22:00
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1 Saad Zaghloul street, Cairo 11511, EgyptMap
Phone+20 12 21124980
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  • A_Ghany_S_A
    A_Ghany_S_A
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    Amazing place and very unique music

    I visited Makan many times to attend their authentic events that one cannot find at any other place in Egypt. The venue itself is beautiful in terms of its interior design and lighting. It brings calm...

    Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020
  • Parhirondelle
    Parhirondelle
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    Great venue to get a taste of Egyptian music

    I attend performances at Makan regularly but Taksir Sharqi has to my favorite act there. The mix of traditional Egyptian instruments and Western ones works well and the performers have a great chemis...

    Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020
  • Amir M
    Amir M
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    Wonderful place in Cairo for traditional and unique music from across Egypt

    Highly highly recommended if you’re interested in Egypt’s diverse music tradition in a beautiful little spot in downtown Cairo. Go on Wednesdays for Zar music and Tuesday for different acts.

    Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020
  • bettina2019
    bettina2019
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    A mix of traditional showcase and modern interpretation!

    I visited Makan twice during January 2020. First visit I experienced a classic ensemble from Aswan. They demonstrated their musical heritage with passionate energy and authenticity. Performance was al...

    Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020
  • atraveljunky
    atraveljunky
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    Interesting musical performance

    This was a very interesting performance. Not a typical evening out. This group came together to carry on a musical tradition of Egypt. As an American non Arabic speaking person some of this was lost o...

    Reviewed on Feb 8, 2020
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