We invite you to spend a special day surrounded by the tales and myths of al-Khalifa district! As you walk through al-Khalifa neighbourhood, you will be learning about its vibrant heritage and draw inspiration to design your own khiyamiyya piece.
Our stroll will trace the history of al-Khalifa district; starting from the blessed hill and the imaginary mercury lake where boats of rulers floated peacefully, to the enchanted well, and buildings that resemble many rulers’ longing for eternal existence. Passing by timeless crafts such as lantern-making, copper and wood working. Finally, we will conclude with a khiymiyya workshop, where each participant will get the chance to create and go home with their own khiyamiyya piece.
This tour starts with al-Sayyida Nafisa square, passes along al-Ashraf and al-Khalifa street ending with Bayt al-Saliba (Athar Lina Headquarters). Following that, we will be joined by Hany Abd El-Qader, a Khiyamiyya artisian who will be leading the khiyamiyya workshop, and guiding participants through making their own design inspired by elements from the tour, and create their own souvenier to take home.

This event is part of the Khalifa Tours program. It is organised by the Built Environment Collective and all revenues go towards supporting the sustainability of the NGO’s educational and community programs in al-Khalifa neighbourhood.

Guides and trainers:
Aya Hany Mohamed Mahy.

Date:
January 28th from 10 am to 4:00 pm.

Schedule:
9:45 AM: Meeting in al-Saiyyda Nafisa square
10:00 AM – 11:30 PM : Walking tour through al-Khalifa Street
12:00 PM – 04:00 PM: Khayamiya workshop in Bayt al-Saliba

Athar Lina Office:
2 Darb al-Shaykh Khalil, beside Sabil Umm ‘Abbas, off Saliba St., al-Khalifa
Location on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/XbZnuCGEbzJ2EADM6
Registration fees: 300 EGP
And 305 EGP if you will pay via vodafone cash (5 LE for commission transfer)
Fees are to be paid at the Athar Lina office in Bayt Saliba before Thursday 26 of January 2022, between 10:00am and 5:00pm.
Office location:
https://goo.gl/maps/jReqzKVBWKa2MM5z8
Alternatively, payments can be made via Vodafone Cash to (01033529892).
To register, please fill in the following form:
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSd2MIzxnT9WgP…/viewform