Old neighbourhood, Aswan

Feb 16, 2023, 04:16 PM

"A typical old neighborhood in Aswan would be filled with a variety of sounds that reflect the bustling, lively atmosphere of daily life. Some of the sounds you might hear include:

  • Children playing and laughing in the streets or the sounds of animals, such as chickens, goats, and donkeys, roaming the streets. 
  • The call to prayer from local mosques, echoing through the neighborhood several times a day, and people chatting and socializing in the open air, as many homes have large courtyards that serve as gathering places. 
  • Vendors selling their goods at the market, shouting out to attract customers.
Together, these sounds create a unique and lively atmosphere that is characteristic of the traditional Nubian culture of Aswan."

Recorded by Rafael Diogo as part of the Cities and Memory Aswan city sound guide. For more city sound guides, visit https://citiesandmemory.com/city-sound-guides/