UNSEEN EGYPT: Cairo's Animal Market in The City of The Dead | سوق الجمعة في القاهره
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- Under the Muqattam Hills in Cairo lies the City of the Dead; 2.5 square miles of Islamic-era cemeteries, where the cities poorest have built their humble homes, living amongst the tombs. In a section of this neighborhood called Sayed Aisha you will find the Friday Market, also known as the Animal Market. You will find everything from turtles to cats and dogs, from fish to falcons to parrots and monkeys. Come along with me as I visit this chaotic and crowded market to witness yet another side of life in Cairo.
Welcome to the channel! My name's Gisselle, I'm a budget traveler and have been to 6 out of the 7 continents, visiting 20+ countries, living for some time in Sydney, Australia as well as in Saigon, Vietnam. I am currently living in Cairo, Egypt and exploring all this beautiful country has to offer while visiting nearby countries as well. I am a lover of language and a culturally curious lady just making my way through life one day at a time. I live to learn, I love to travel and explore, try new things and meet interesting people anywhere and everywhere in the world. Come along with me as I solo travel the globe and discover fascinating new places, try delicious local food, meet lovely people, and share a moment in time on this beautiful planet, our Earth.
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Ah, collecting pigeons. Those were interesting days. My grandmother had a whole pigeon coop that my grandfather built for her as a gift and she spent decades raising her flock. She would have pigeons of all colors and types; brown, white, grey, spotted, dappled and all sizes. That was in Alexandria, btw. I remember some douchebag neighbor from a block away tried stealing her flock and she was sooooo pissed. She gathered all 23 of her grandchildren (My 12 year old ass included) and we marched to that dude's apartment building and gave him a...talk, let's say. Suffice it to say, he learned his lesson.
Its been a long time since I've visited a souk like this. The nostalgia hits hard, and I appreciate your videos.
Lol, wow that's a cool story! Yeah raising pigeons is quite popular here in Egypt. I went up to a pigeon tower in Mansheyit Naser aka Garbage City, that was a cool experience. czcams.com/video/G_ujW2i48c0/video.html
I'm glad my videos can bring back some nostalgia, thanks so much for watching 😊🙏
Wow! I just got back from a wonderful trip to Egypt! I would not have the guts to hit the market. Great people in Egypt and a highly recommended trip! It is a good idea to go on a tour group for your first trip. I felt safe. Safer in Cairo than in some cities in the US.
Thanks Roman! So happy you had a good time in Egypt, it's a wild and amazing country, isn't it?! I also feel safer here than in many cities in the US. And I also agree, I think for some people it may be best to get a group tour their first time here. But perhaps not for everyone? For example, my first time here in Egypt I came alone, no friends and with no tour. Actually, my first time here has been my only time here in Egypt, I planned to travel here for 3 months and then continue my journey in other countries, but I fell in love with Egypt and just never ended up leaving 😅But it definitely depends on what someone is comfortable doing, and I'm sure past experience in traveling (especially solo and in other developing countries) is a factor in that confidence and comfortability to come here and travel solo or without a tour.
Ciao Gisselle!!
I litterally L-O-V-E-D this video, thank you so much for allowing me to see this unique place!
Wow, that was a long walk :)
I am amazed by the way you interact with people!
Being myself a woman who has been traveled solo I know how sometimes this can not be easy but for sure it's always worth it.
It's so sweet reading in the comments how many people are worried for you but I can see you perfectly know what you are doing.
Once again, thank you so much for sharing this experience, you are doing a great job with your channel.
Keep on going girl!
Much love from Italy ❤
Yeeeaaahhhh! Thank you so much!!! Really happy to hear another solo lady traveler is watching!!! This made my day, thank you!! 😍😁
They sell pigeons for breeding, and they only eat baby pigeons that cannot fly yet, nice video, you showed me what I have never seen as an Egyptian as I migrated to Australia 32 years ago, I am 58 years old now. Love your content. Cheers
Yes, I've learned a lot more about the pigeons here since I made this video, they keep them as pets or race them! That's very popular in Garbage City, there are tons of pigeon towers over there. Thanks for your comment! 😁🙏
welcome to Egypt I hope you enjoy your staying there I really love your videos and your funny and strong personality, nothing to be afraid of Egyptians are friendly people, but some are annoying because they seek attention or selfie or to spend more time with you than others .. it's not harassment
but anyway if you are uncomfortable just ask for help from the locals surrounding you
unlike what I read in the comments just remember that your smile is your power in Egypt
شعب غير محترم
@@karimkarim-wi1kcما تجمعش يا جاهل المصريين ليسوا الموجودين في هذه المناطق العشوائية مصر سبعه وعشرين محافظه يوجد فيها ريف ومدن وقرى ونجوع وقبائل ومناطق شعبيه وعشوائية ومتحضره فهمت
Hey GG….What a difference it makes to say a few words to the people you meet. Their faces smile immediately …and many others… shout out “Welcome”. Beautiful! A few snakes along the way for sure…;) but overall very curious and friendly people. ❤️ to Egyptians! Great market tour. I’ll take 4 exotic pigeons please ….and that funky potato peeler too!!! ;)
YES! I think interacting with people is the best part of traveling, exploring, and going to new places. I get your joke there 😆 always a few snakes in the grass. But a really fun time, I love markets, and that potato peeler is gold! I love it, still use it (and I think I got that guy some publicity for the few minutes I was there, he certainly drew a crowd quickly 🤣). Thanks for watching! ❤🙏
Your adventurous spirit is high. I wish you a happy time in Egypt❤🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬
Thank you!!!
Friday market = سوق الجمعة ❤
I want one of those peelers. Lol. That is way too many people for me in those markets. I'm having anxiety just watching you walk through there. 😉
😄Yeah it was pretty crowded 😆The peeler is amazing! I just used it the other day and it works great, so happy I have it because my old peeler was total crap 😁
@@Gventures That guy was a pretty good salesman. I'm sold on the peeler just from watching him.
@@charlieellis5334 😂Yeah he definitely knew how to draw a crowd and put on a performance. He had me pretty quickly! 😅
Gezzel , Check also Diana’s Market … It opens once a week …I think on Fridays . It will a good footage for antiquity .
I also love Egypt 🇪🇬.
Yes thank you, I've been to Diana's Market outside the cinema. I've actually intended to film there for over a year now, but I always get busy making other videos 😅 But eventually I am going to go there and make a video about it
very brave actually to go there by yourself.respect
Another place to visit while we are there in 2 weeks time ,enjoying your videos ,entertaining and educational,more power to your elbow!
Thank you so very much! 🙏🙏
Another great video. Thanks!
Thanks Melbourne! 😎
WOW , I felt so overwhelmed with all the chaos --- too much for me -- You so brave ....
Ahahaha. I believe it's just different preferences for people. I love markets like this! 😍
Looks like a fun place to visit!!
Yeah I love the markets😍
you did a great job
Sis , Everyone in Egypt try to pretend to be an officer so don’t hesitate to tell them to show me your police ID . people just too noise and they try to find a way to talk to u cuz the way u look . Just remember that U Can film anywhere as long as it’s not a government building. I love your soul and how you interact with people and u hv a good sense of humor
It took me 3 tries to know what u mean by Syda asha market 😅 ❤
😂Yeah I butcher Arabic sometimes 🤣But I try anyway, haha. That guy was definitely an officer, I had to follow him over to a nearby checkpoint where a bunch of police and police car were parked and go back and forth with them about what I was doing and if it was okay. I can film in many places in Egypt but the police can also give me a difficult time, so I prefer to be as cooperative as possible and make it not only easier on them but on myself. They don't like someone arguing with them (it's a power and authority thing) and can make it more difficult for me in the end. And like I mentioned later in the video, I ended up seeing the same undercover police later in the market, so I'm glad they "gave me permission" in the end, or they would have seen me filming without their consent and made me delete it or something. Thanks so much for the compliment and support! I try to have fun and get a long with people, life is so much better that way 😁
@@Gventuresand you seen a lot of animals there , and one more 😂😂😢.
I love watching all of your videos!! I am also a solo female traveler and I can relate to you sooo much. Your fan from Sudan Xx
Thank you so much lady! Keep traveling and stay safe! 😘😎
You are very brave, please take care of yourself.
I literally learned about this place the day I left :( Now I really want to go! Amazing Vid! Great shades and hair haha!
Haha, thanks man! I just checked out your channel and subbed, great videos as well! I like that you returned to Garbage City with someone who knew what they were talking about
@@Gventures I'm glad :) lets be friends haha :D
@@sealontour Done! 😆It's too bad you already left Egypt! Would've been cool to meet up.
@@Gventures Next time! Or some other place!
@@sealontour Absolutely! Somewhere around the world! 😁
Dope
actually the guy didn"t understand ur question , most of pigeons u saw in that market r for breeding as a hobby not for eating.have a good day
Yes I know that now. thank you 🙏
Huge respect of you ! You are so brave going at this kind of really local places.
For your safe,try not to go to local markets alone,take care please.
I appreciate your concern. And SO MANY people tell me this. But I am very capable of taking care of myself, I have traveled the world alone and been to many different countries and many different markets like this around the world, alone. So don't worry. 😊
These pigeons are probably not the ones people raise for food. Some of them look pretty exotic and I know many Egyptians like to collect them as a hobby. They build these towers on rooftops that house big flocks of exotic pigeons.
Oh, thanks for the info! I am always learning something new here 🥰
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it's like al-gezel market in baghdad but it's not big like this market🧡
Cool. Maybe I will visit that market one day too. Thanks for watching! ❤
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Man! You got some cahoonas 😂 metaphorically speaking, of course 😁
You seem to be doing great on your own so I’m not gonna tell you to be careful. People are nice for the most part.
I'm Egyptian and I'm worried about you, A lot of people there, especially on these streets and neighborhoods are full of scammers and harassers, So please take care and come to Alexandria, If you will hit me up.
Thanks, I appreciate your concern, but don't worry. I have met MANY scammers and people trying to harass me around the world, and I am very capable of taking care of myself. I have traveled and been to many different countries and many different markets like this by myself, so don't worry. 😊
That guy with the red white and black jacket that kept following looked like wanted to steal something
I don't know which guy you are referring to because I haven't watched this video in a long time so I don't remember the video, but I know there were quite a few guys lingering, hovering and following me around. One definitely was trying to rub up against me. The other ones probably just wanted to hang out or get my number, it's not THAT uncommon. But I dunno about a thief. Egypt has a lot less thieves than any other place I've lived around the world. And I'm usually very well aware of my surroundings, as I used to sell things on the streets for many years, so I'm used to the kind of environment where you have crazy people, druggies, drunks and thieves on the streets
most animals in this kind of market are not for food even the pigeons "by the way the special pigeons was cost 500 not 105". Usually they buy pigeons to use in raising and mixing/hyperdization of good kinds in the pigeons towers.
I know! I understood he said 500 MUCH later, and realized it was my mistake, but oops! Too late to fix that now the video has been uploaded 😅 I did also find out more about the pigeons since I made this video, and realized these pigeons are not for eating. 🤷♀️ I learn as I live 😄
#olddutchcapuchine pigeons it were
I lived in Egypt over many years and could never visit the animal markets was too upsetting instead I rescued many dogs and brought them to Europe
That's very sweet of you to rescue all of those dogs and bring them to Europe, that could not have been easy! It is sad that the animals are living in these conditions and being treated this way, I agree. I think I may just have really thick skin, because while of course I hate seeing them treated this way (especially difficult for me to see the cats and dogs in the little cages), it is happening whether I see it or not, and because it is a part of life here and is happening, I wanted to know for myself exactly what this market was like and also to share this part of Egypt with others. Grateful to people like you who gave a better life to some of the strays here!
@@Gventures I can NOT bear this F..Kn hypocrisy. u F..Kn has the gut to talk about the animal in a cage for the purpose of transporting it to the market and u go all over the world slaughtering humans and destroying their countries????? !!! F..K this shameful hypocrisy.
The potato peeler proud showing his talent in marketing
😆Yes he knew how to draw a crowd, he put on quite the show
Parece que tratan muy mal a los animales 😠😖😭
Por cierto que me gusta mucho tu canal! Saludo desde Venezuela 🇻🇪 ✌🏻
🤣You're funny Andrea. I'm happy you enjoy my channel, thank you very much! And yes, sadly, I am afraid the animals in this market are not treated very well or having a good life. Unfortunately, markets like this do exist all over the world, and so, although it may be hard to watch for some people, I wanted to show another aspect of life here in Egypt. I hope the video didn't upset you too much!
FYI that guy that said 500 EGP said gooz is 500 (so two pigeons is 500)
Very crowded I am Egyptian and never been in this place's lol
😄Yes I was warned about coming here from other Egyptians. But it was fine! I had a lot of fun, though it got a little hectic at the end 😅
At 28:00 I also like that you people notice what we been suffering from for along time
Yes, it is a problem and I dislike this very much. It is a shame they act this way, especially towards their own people (other Egyptians). 😒☹
@@Gventures they want forigners to look like arrogant and racist to control the people... Like the west is the enemy kinda of thing
@@waleedhaggy8858 😞☹That really sucks. I love Egypt and the people here.
Vi um conhecido passando neste vídeo
Haha, really?! What a coincidence.
brave girl
that place is pure chaos.
فيديو لطيف.. ارشحلك سوق ديانا للأنتيكات في وسط البلد
Yes I have been there! I just haven't made a video about it yet. Thanks for the recommendation 🥰
There is other part of this market that you might be interested in too. It is also held evrey friday. In the same area. It is basically a market for very unfortunate people. Ask for the train rail (el seka el hadid) or ask for the scrap sellers (betoo el khorda). Street vendors sell actual trash and scrap there. They are basically garbage collectors who find any thing that is almost decent. Thrown away phone, tv, cloths, toys. Almost every thing that have been thrown to trash but can be used as is without recycling ends up in this market. Or need simple repair. Also you may find old books and many more. The scene and the people would be very interesting for your content.
BTW i went there once 15 years ago. I would check if this extention to the market is still a thing.
That does sound interesting. I really wish I could speak Arabic so I could interview people while on the streets. Unfortunately, I struggle to say even the most simple sentence or understand the simple yet fast responses people give me. But I will try and ask somebody if I go down there and figure it out. I appreciate the suggestion, this is exactly the kind of thing I would want to investigate
@@Gventures you speak very beautiful Egyptian accent btw.
Here is a suggestion you can use.
you can give back to the Egyptian community by hiring a local translator. I am sure alot of young people who need the extra bucks and would be very passionate about these interesting adventures. May be ask your fans to make a 2 min pitch and start interviewing. It can give a very good depth to your content. 18~20 years old me would love this opportunity.
You have a very humble character with genuine interest in what people say and do in the streets. And if you got to understand what people say to you, you can give very interesting reactions to me at least
@@psycdice This.....is a really good idea 😄 Not for every video of course, but there are some videos I think where this would be really helpful. Thanks so much for the suggestion! 🙏🙏😎
😂film helow ya mozzah
Tell them the prime minister ordered three monthes ago.. That filming in the streets is ok 👌 ..see how they going ti act 🙅
Did he really?! That's good to know. In the end they let me, but the police definitely love their authority here and can go on power trips
@@Gventures an american youtuber called best food review.. did video don't come to egypt because of filming and he got millions of views... So the tourism ministry did this order and signed by the prime minister
@@waleedhaggy8858 Oh I have seen his videos before, and I saw his videos about Egypt and that they had a lot of views. Honestly, I really hate that guy, he seems like an asshole 🤣
@@Gventures but he got us that official decision ... you can google it 📜
@@waleedhaggy8858 😆Well, that is a positive point and I'm happy that it is now legal and acceptable to film anywhere on the streets (except government buildings, etc.) But I still don't like that CZcamsr, he acts like such an entitled jerk everywhere he goes! And he is loud and stupid. And I hate his stupid bandana that he wears on his head 😂But I guess one positive thing came out of his shitty videos here. Thanks for letting me know this! I will use that information in the future if anyone tries to tell me I can't film
Most of these pigeons are for races not for eat. This is popular among local people
Oh really?! Awesome, thank you for commenting!!! I was really hoping someone would comment on the channel and give me a little more information about this.
you go to places I never want to go in Cairo and I am Egyptian...I just want you to think of your safety more....try to visit New Cairo or Heliopolis or sheikh Zayed those places are more safe and you will feel free ...you can wear what ever you like and go to some nice modern places meeting some educated Egyptians
Don't worry about me man I travel the world alone. I love what I do and I will continue doing it! 😎
@@Gventures i respect your brave way of thinking and living and please forgive me if i intruded upon your decisions..i hope the best for you
No dear toose pidgeon are not to be cooked thoose are kind of more rare one so the are more expensive
everybody was staring at you because your red hair.
Yeah, probably that and also the camera
I talked to you a few days ago. I told you that I'm going down to Cairo. Can I meet you. We drink something from Morocco. How can I call you?
Where did you talk to me...?
@@Gventures you tube
Its called (سوق الجمعه)
Yeah....I literally say it's called the Friday Market in the video
Loved this video as usual.. would love to go again to Cairo markets as Jumaa market in Sayeda A'esha
I though maybe you were groped again. At 6:05 the guy on the phone moved in closer behind you.
Wow, very observant of you! Actually the guy in green jacket around 6:02 was pushing up against me a lot, which is why I said "This kid, has been...." and trailed off. I just put my free hand (one not holding the camera) behind my back like a butler or waiter would do, to give some extra space so people wouldn't push up against me. That fixed that problem. But I was thinking that's maybe why he wasn't wanting to be on camera. Not real groping but he definitely didn't need to be that f-in close to me. If it was just for a second I can understand because maybe the crowd pushes you into me, but it happened a few times and that's when I looked at him, said that and let him pass me. Not a big deal, but interesting that you noticed something around that time. Good eyes Dallas!
all around are all animals
to answer your question. Some people raise these fancy "expensive" pigeons as a hobby. its kinda weird because they sometimes also raise and eat "regular" pigeons... no comment. They are usually raised in a shed/birdhouse on their roof.
Also a side note, "edible" egyptian pigeons are a different species than the grey ones you see in the street. They are fed certain foods and dont scavenge trash like street pigeons.
Thank for your detailed explanation! I actually discovered more about that after visiting some of the towers in Manshiyat Naser, I made a video about that here:
czcams.com/video/G_ujW2i48c0/video.html
I have eaten hamam, it's not bad! Though there is not a lot of meat on it 😅
czcams.com/video/n3vhu2kHhIs/video.html
I do know a bit more about the differences in pigeons and what they are raised and used for now, but I didn't at the time of filming these various videos about pigeons in Egypt. Thanks for watching! 🥰
i saw some people following you in the video. I hope you are doing well and not being harassed by them. I am sorry for that and they do not represent Egypt and its people. I hope if you notice it on any street tell the people on the street and they can help if they are bothering you or trying steal something from you.
Yes there were a few boys and a man or two that followed me around, but they weren't dangerous or anything, just annoying 😅It's not a big deal and can (and has) happened in many places around the world I have visited, especially in big local markets like this. Thankfully, I am a very capable and strong woman and know how to handle situations like this, so I didn't feel threatened or scared at all, just found it obnoxious after a while of those boys on motorbike following me around. If it came to a situation where I would need help, I would not hesitate to make a scene and ask surrounding people for help. Thank you so much for your concern, and for watching! 🥰
@@Gventures I know but you have to be careful because there are people like the one who wears green 5:59 and hides his face and there were others like him if it happens again tell people without a doubt until they are caught or not exposed to you again because I noticed that they are following you and anyone else is following you like the owner of the bike and the kids tell him not to follow you (Arabic) because if you keep laughing in front of him they will follow you more and they will become more annoyed
@@karemmetrial1450 Yeah I tried to be friendly at first and it didn't bother me too much but you're right, the culture here is different and me being friendly maybe gives them the wrong impression and that can lead to problems. It is habit for me to be friendly, I have always been my entire life, and it is okay in places like USA, but it can present issues here and in other countries with similar cultures. I have learned a lot through my travels and I know not to be too friendly, but sometimes I forget or find it hard not to be because it is my natural way of being. Thank you for your suggestions and input.
Stalkers and policemen and animals...oh my!!
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Yes I agree….And what a cage she’s walking through lol
Limit your "cancer sticks", theyll stunt your growth and give you wrinkles. ❤️❤️❤️
Thanks mom ❤
You can guarantee half these animals are being badly mistreated just awful! That poor monkey they are wild animals. Please don’t give anyone who takes part in the illegal wildlife trade any attention.😢 and those dogs I can guarantee haven’t seen water in ages locked in a tiny cage for hours if not days just beyond horrific and completely inhumane.
Welcome to earth, where things like this happen
Go outside of egypt
How about you come to Egypt 🤣
35 Egyptian pounds 😂
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The cruelty of this race of people is unreal they see animals as just something to eat ,animals selling animals. horrible people
You need to get out of the house more. Take a look at the world around you and it's history, and get off your pious high horse of condemnation. Sitting comfortable from your place of privilege your judgment comes so easily
@@Gventures tru dat but it doesn't alter the facts does it
@@mikeymjh It does, actually. Mainly the wording "this race," as if all of humankind has not done this in the past and in many parts of the world continues to do so. Calling people animals, as if you are somehow better. It's easy to judge from a distance with comfort and privilege surrounding you, meanwhile not only the animals are suffering here. It's not your place to judge, and your disgust and disrespect for people makes you more of an animal than anyone I have met here. With such privilege, one would think you would have the education, intelligence, understanding and capacity for compassion. Clearly, that concept is foreign to you, despite all your privileges.
Disgusting the way they keep animals
Disgusting the way a lot of animals are kept and treated all over the world. You should watch some videos on the factory farms in the US, very horrible conditions 😕
they are thieves
Nobody robbed me here, so I think not. I don't like to judge people just because they are less fortunate than others
I don’t understand why Egyptian men seem to be NEVER seen a woman or what? Why there are so many men on the streets and where are all the women? I think you should be careful at certain parts of the town. It is not worth to risk your life. Be safe and be careful
No of course there are many women on the streets, but the culture is different here just as in India and other places around the world. You see more men on the streets because it is more typical for them to be working than the women. Of course there are many women working here in Egypt as well, but the men working outweigh the women, especially when it comes to the markets and shops on the street. You will see more women in retail shops and office jobs, and also fruit and veggie stands. You don't see many women here in this market compared to men just as in the camel market, because the men are usually the ones coming here. It is a very local market, which is the kind of thing I enjoy. It was totally safe and I had a good time. I love outdoor local markets 😊
@@Gventures thanks for explaining and you should know better than me as you are there. Just be cautious for your safety. That’s it. Make more clips please? I love all of your clips. Thanks 🙏
@@jjp6273 Thank you JJ! I am certainly going to continue documenting and uploading my experiences, not only in Cairo but other places I visit as well (like this motorbike trip south to Abu Simbel, for example). Thanks so much for your support, I really appreciate you watching and am happy you enjoy my videos 🥰🙏