A farmer dries dates at Dahshur village in Giza, Egypt, Aug. 26, 2025. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)
CAIRO, Sept. 7 (Xinhua) -- In Egypt, the date harvest begins in late summer and extends into early autumn. Rich in nutrients, dates are a staple in Egyptian cuisine, particularly in desserts. They are often enjoyed plain, stuffed with nuts, or coated in chocolate.
An aerial drone photo taken on Aug. 26, 2025 shows farmers drying dates at Dahshur village in Giza, Egypt. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)A farmer picks dates at Dahshur village in Giza, Egypt, Aug. 26, 2025. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)An aerial drone photo taken on Aug. 26, 2025 shows dates dried at Dahshur village in Giza, Egypt. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)An aerial drone photo taken on Aug. 26, 2025 shows dates dried at Dahshur village in Giza, Egypt. (Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa)■