Whispers of Egypt’s Hidden Royalty: Stories of Women in the Harems | “Bloom where you are planted” aptly descripts the unconsious motto of the ladies who not only survived but made a life for themselves behind the closed doors of the Egyptian harems – a continuation of the opulent harems of the powerful Ottoman sultans and elite.
Uncover the untold stories of women who lived in the shadows of history as wives, concubines and slaves, spanning history from medieval times until the demise of the harems. Delve into the lives of these enigmatic figures who resided in the opulent world of Egypt’s traditional harem culture, offering a unique window into a bygone era.
There are many more stories to come in this category.
FIRST WIFE and Consort OF MUHAMMAD ALI Out of the annals of history emerges the story of Amina Hanim, the embodiment of feminine dignity, intelligence, and quiet steadfastness, her life intertwined with the illustrious founder of modern Egypt, Muhammad Ali. From a young, innocent girl in the tranquil coastal town of Kavala on the shores…
The Irish Consulate in Cairo is located at Shajar al-Durr St. I don’t know what led me to look up the meaning of the name in English, but that is how I came to learn of a remarkable woman of the same name. There is little written about this extraordinary woman who rose from the…