Ismailia International Folk Arts Festival opens 26th edition

The 26th edition of the Ismailia International Folk Arts Festival has commenced at the Ismailia Culture Palace in Egypt. The event features participating folk art troupes from Egypt, Arab nations, and several foreign countries, including Russia, Romania, Jordan, Lebanon, Indonesia, Algeria, Sudan, and Tanzania.

The festival serves as a platform for cultural exchange and the preservation of folk heritage. The opening ceremonies included a parade through Mohamed Ali Street and the honoring of artist Moshira Ismail for her contributions to Egyptian art. Local officials, including Ismailia Governor Nabil Hasballah and Hisham Atwa, President of the General Authority for Cultural Palaces, attended the festivities.