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Al-Ahram Weekly
6 days ago
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- Al-Ahram Weekly
Cairo celebrates Alexander Pushkin 226th birthday, Russian Language Day
The Russian Cultural Centre in Cairo celebrated the 226th birthday of Russian poet and writer Alexander Pushkin, as well as Russian Language Day, with a ceremony that highlighted his literary legacy and Russia's cultural ties with Egypt. In a vibrant cultural celebration, the Russian Cultural Centre in Cairo and the Cairo Governorate marked the 226th birthday of the late renowned Russian poet Alexander Pushkin, alongside Russian Language Day. The event took place at Al-Horriya Park, home to the Pushkin statue in Downtown Cairo. Arsenii Matiushchenko, Acting Director of Russian Cultural Centers in Egypt, places flowers at the Pushkin statue. The event highlighted the cultural ties between Egypt and Russia, as well as the timeless relevance of Pushkin's poetry in promoting cross-cultural understanding. The ceremony was attended by Arsenii Matiushchenko, acting director of Russian Cultural Centers in Egypt; Sherif Gad, president of the Egyptian Association of Graduates of Russian and Soviet Universities; Olga Beskilenina, head of the Russian community in Egypt; members of the Egyptian-Russian Friendship Association and the Russian House Youth Club; and professors of the Russian language. During the event, floral tributes were placed at the foot of Pushkin's statue in recognition of his literary legacy. Speaking at the event, Matiushchenko praised Pushkin's enduring influence on the Russian language, described his works as 'immortal,' and emphasized that the poet had shown interest in Egypt's culture and history — a lesser-known but meaningful connection. Meanwhile, Gad highlighted the growing interest in the Russian language across Egypt, citing the existence of 11 departments teaching Russian in Egyptian universities. He also highlighted the growing popularity of Pushkin's works among Arabic-speaking readers, with many of his poems and stories having been translated into Arabic. Larisa Razova, a member of the Coordinating Council of Russian Expatriate Associations in Egypt, explained why Pushkin remains such a powerful symbol of Russian culture: 'He had the rare ability to express the very soul of Russian identity.' The celebration concluded with a series of poetry recitations by students from Cairo University and scholars at the Russian Cultural Centre. They performed some of Pushkin's most beloved works in Russian, showcasing both their linguistic skills and deep admiration for his art. Arsenii Matiushchenko with Sherif Gad with the statue of Pushkin in the background at Al-Horriya Park. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
The Hindu
04-06-2025
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- The Hindu
Daily Quiz: On annual events taking place in June
Daily Quiz: On annual events taking place in June Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit YOUR SCORE 0 /5 RETAKE THE QUIZ 1 / 5 | Why is Pride Month observed in June? DID YOU KNOW THE ANSWER? YES NO Answer : June became recognized as Pride Month in the United States to commemorate the Stonewall Uprising. SHOW ANSWER 2 / 5 | This day is observed on June 3 every year. The day is also associated with promoting a healthy lifestyle. It was first celebrated in 2018. The resolution for the day recognizes 'the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of this device, which has been in use for two centuries, and that it is a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transport. Which is the day? DID YOU KNOW THE ANSWER? YES NO Answer : World Bicycle Day SHOW ANSWER 3 / 5 | This is celebrated annually on June 5 and encourages awareness and action for the protection of this entity. It was first established for the first time by the UN in 1972. What is the day? DID YOU KNOW THE ANSWER? YES NO Answer : World Environment Day SHOW ANSWER 4 / 5 | This language day is observed annually on June 6. The event was established by UNESCO in 2010. The day coincides with the birthday of this language poet. The poet is known for his work Eugene Onegin, among other works. Which is the day? DID YOU KNOW THE ANSWER? YES NO Answer : Russian Language Day SHOW ANSWER
