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Specifically, families gather at the cemetery and start praying or reciting the Quran. They also often bring grave offerings such as fruits, roses and palm tree leaves. Friday visitations are the norm but there are eight additional designated days annually when Egyptians go to the cemetery. These visitations – also called ziyaras – remain common amongst lower classes but have been abandoned by many Egyptians.

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