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40,000 guests attend week-long Egyptian wedding

40,000 guests attend week-long Egyptian wedding

  • Mahmoud, a Siwa local who attended the event, told Arab News: “Our customs and traditions are that the celebrations last for several days”
  • Sacrifices of calves and sheep were made, and large banquets were prepared for the guests
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