15-03-2025
A feast of unity: Thousands gather for grand annual Ramadan iftar in Matariya
Thousands gather for the grand annual Ramadan iftar of Matariya - Egypt Today
CAIRO – 15 March 2025: Celebrating togetherness, thousands of citizens gathered for the Matariya iftar, marking Egypt's largest communal feast held in the heart of Cairo.
Now in its eleventh year, this beloved event has become a hallmark of Ramadan festivities, drawing people from all walks of life to share in the joy and warmth of the season.
This year's iftar attracted ministers, officials, celebrities, sports stars, and even foreign ambassadors, all united in the joy of this communal meal.
Since its inception in 2013, the Matariya iftar has been funded by the collective efforts of the locals, evolving into the most renowned Ramadan gathering in Egypt over the past decade.
Celebrated every 15th of Ramadan, this event fosters a sense of unity and goodwill among the neighborhood, with the only interruptions occurring during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021.
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