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Egyptians have added a personal touch to Tanoura performances, introducing festive lanterns and tambourines to the mix.

Members of the Tanoura Dance Troupe perform during Ramadan at the Sultan Al Ghuri Complex in Cairo, Egypt. All photos: EPA

The religious dance hailed from Turkey.

It has since evolved and is now popular with Egypt’s youth.

A dancer takes centre stage.

A kaleidoscope of colour dazzles the crowd.

Performers twist and turn.

A dancer turns in a circular fashion.

Dramatic music and lighting play a big part in the production.

Tanoura dancing often takes place at Egyptian weddings and parties.

A traditional folk dance, Tanoura dancing is a staple at entertainment shows throughout Egypt.

Egyptians have added a personal touch to Tanoura performances, introducing festive lanterns and tambourines to the mix.

Members of the Tanoura Dance Troupe perform during Ramadan at the Sultan Al Ghuri Complex in Cairo, Egypt. All photos: EPA

The religious dance hailed from Turkey.

It has since evolved and is now popular with Egypt’s youth.

A dancer takes centre stage.

A kaleidoscope of colour dazzles the crowd.

Performers twist and turn.

A dancer turns in a circular fashion.

Dramatic music and lighting play a big part in the production.

Tanoura dancing often takes place at Egyptian weddings and parties.

A traditional folk dance, Tanoura dancing is a staple at entertainment shows throughout Egypt.

Egyptians have added a personal touch to Tanoura performances, introducing festive lanterns and tambourines to the mix.

Tanoura Dance Troupe perform in Cairo - in pictures

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