This religious establishment, which includes a university, is now considered to be the most important institution in Sunni Islam—even though it was originally build by the Shiite Fatimid dynasty in the 10th century.
Cairo and Egypt April 26th 2012 Day one in Cairo: Got caught in a swarm of men running with batons while I foolishly walked around Tahrir Square at midnight. Day two: Went to a bizarre party where young activists veiled themselves and got drunk as a way of mocking the Muslim Brotherhood. Day seven: Joined thousands of peaceful demonstrators in Tahrir Square for the Jan.25 anniversary of the Egyptian revolution. Their presence wa ... read more
