Awards & Medals at the Taha Hussein Museum
2009-01-01 to 2009-12-31
View this treasured collection of awards and medals to get a vivid picture of just how beloved this man was. Lay your eyes on shining medals awarded him by Egypt, Senegal, Iran, Syria, Lebanon, Belgium, Morocco, Austria, Spain and others.
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Taha Hussein MuseumTribute to the doyen of Arabic literature
Helmiyat al-Ahram Street
(by al-Haram Street)
Cairo,
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Phone: +20 (0)2 391 3454 (Tourist Information)
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This museum pays tribute to Dr. Taha Hussein (1889-1973), the doyen of Arabic Literature. Blind since childhood, Hussein nonetheless managed to publish over 50 books on Egyptian political, cultural and social issues. He was one of the country's leading intellectual figures and served as Minister of Education, during which time he introduced the principle of free education. Housed in the former residence of the late philosopher-thinker, the museum's highlights include Hussein's study and 7,000 book library.NYC Best Hotel Deals: 50% Savings In New York! Experience New York At It's Finest!JustClickLocal.comAlaska – it’s HOT! Get a FREE Official Alaska Travel Guide today.TravelAlaska.com
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Awards & Medals at the Taha Hussein Museum
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
View this treasured collection of awards and medals to get a vivid picture of just how beloved this man was. Lay your eyes on shining medals awarded him by Egypt, Senegal, Iran, Syria, Lebanon, Belgium, Morocco, Austria, Spain and others.