Egypt, gharbia, Tanta 1907

image or document originates from Tanta, a major city in the Gharbia Governorate, located in the Nile Delta region of Egypt, and dates back to the year 1907.

At that time, Tanta was already an important commercial and cultural center, best known for hosting the Mawlid of Sayyid Ahmad al-Badawi, one of Egypt’s largest religious festivals. The early 20th century marked a period of growth and modernization in provincial Egyptian cities, with the spread of railways, trade, and new architecture influenced by both Ottoman and European styles.

image or document originates from Tanta, a major city in the Gharbia Governorate, located in the Nile Delta region of Egypt, and dates back to the year 1907.

At that time, Tanta was already an important commercial and cultural center, best known for hosting the Mawlid of Sayyid Ahmad al-Badawi, one of Egypt’s largest religious festivals. The early 20th century marked a period of growth and modernization in provincial Egyptian cities, with the spread of railways, trade, and new architecture influenced by both Ottoman and European styles.

would likely capture urban life, traditional markets, or early modern structures that reflected the social and cultural atmosphere of Egypt during that transitional era

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  • Year Taken 1907
  • Country Egypt
  • Photo #905
  • Published on Oct 08, 2025
  • Photo type JPG
  • Resolution 3417x2104
  • Photographer unknown
  • Category Cities & Villages
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