Cairo....

...we are here!

After lots of planning and preparing,

we landed safe and sound in Cairo, Egypt.

I am very exited

to have this opportunity,

and to be able to 

experience history this close up.

 

We are surrounded by 

the flavor of a different culture,

beautiful friendly people,

and a fast moving traffic...

If we pay attention
we might also spot a camel or two..

I laid my eyes on this pretty blanket,
and managed to get a quick picture
as we passed bye.

Thanks to a good friend 

we have already visited
a series of interesting places.

Wool, with cotton backing

My favorite today was a visit to a Carpet School.

I got to see how these intricate

and beautiful rugs are made,
and the expert showed me how to tie the knots.

These wall hangings are all made
without pattern.
They are created by the textile artist
as he/she weave them on the loom.

Close up off the above master piece

It was hard not to spend all your savings here,

especially after viewing the silk rugs.

Silk yarn and backing.

I was told they have 1 million knots

in a square meter!

Well, I just arrived,

so I am sure I can get back here 

another time...

 Silk

If nothing else I will have to show 

potential guests around, right? 

It has been a good day,

and as an extra bonus,

Norway just took Olympic Gold 

in woman's team handball!

Congratulations to them,

and good night!