Sham El-Nessim is an Egyptian traditional spring festival that dates back to pharaonic times. It falls on the day following the Eastern Christian Easter Sunday and is celebrated by Egyptians of all faiths. The name "Sham El-Nessim" translates to "smelling the breeze" and the festival has become synonymous with picnics and outdoor gatherings. People typically spend the day outdoors, enjoying the pleasant spring weather, having picnics in parks, and eating traditional foods like colored eggs, salted fish, and fesikh. It is a time for families and friends to come together, relax, and celebrate the changing of the seasons. Sham El-Nessim is a cherished holiday in Egypt that brings people together in joy and unity.
