This is a typical view out of a window in Cairo, Egypt. In fact, this was a view out the window of one of our past apartments.
One thing I miss so much when we are in Egypt is all of the green grass and trees. In Egypt, almost everything is a beige/tan color. There is so much sand, and the buildings are made of concrete, and the majority of them are a beige/tan color. Coming from the Ozarks I was so used to lots and lots of green grass and trees. After being in Egypt for a long time, and then flying into the Ozarks area, it is almost a shock to the system to see the difference in the color of the landscape. For the first couple of weeks I can barely stop looking at all of the greenery that surrounds us here. Now, don't get me wrong, there are trees and greenery in Egypt, especially in the Nile Delta, the land on both sides of the Nile. Also, in Cairo, there are beautiful park areas that are kept really nice. These usually have quite a bit of green trees and grass. So, if I ever have the desire to walk in the grass barefoot, I can if I want to.
Being born in a village in the Delta, then moving to the big city, I know exactly what you mean :)
ReplyDeleteOh Jackie, how I can empathise with you. This is EXACTLY the way we live here in Khartoum. All concrete (makes things hotter I'm sure) and often tumbledown, or still being built buildings. Thanks for commenting on my blog last week. It's strange: here in the Sudan "afwan" is also welcome but "afwan" also means sorry. Have a blessed day and enjoy the greenery! Jo
ReplyDeleteSuch a contrast between the two, amazing! You've got the chance to enjoy both :)
ReplyDeleteRain_Drops, yes, Egypt does have some beautiful, lush, green places, but like you said, living in the city, you don't see much.
ReplyDeleteJo, yes, the concrete makes it hotter in the summer and colder in the winter. The nice thing is though, that if you keep the curtains closed, you can trap the "cool" or "warm" air in, depending on what you need.
ReplyDeleteFlo, yes, it is a nice change of scenery. What I like about Egypt is that we do not have to maintain a yard. Also, I enjoy the rain while I am in the States, but I do like the fact that we do not have it much in Egypt. All of the rain we get here is what helps us maintain the beautiful greenery.
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