Description:
The name Chalumesh is derived from the Chalum village in the Chalum Valley in the north-western corner of the Sinai Peninsula. The Chalum village is located in the vicinity of the ancient city of Avaris. The name Chalumesh is also found in the Gaza Strip. The Chalumesh people are a Bedouin tribe that traces its ancestry to the ancient Egyptians. They are Sunni Muslims and their culture is based on the traditions of their ancestors. The Chalumesh people are nomadic and their traditional way of life is based on the herding of sheep and goats. They are also involved in agriculture. The Chalumesh people are known for their skill in horse-riding and their traditional weapons are the bow and arrow. They are also known for their musical instruments, including the harp and the lyre. The Chalumesh people are known for their colourful traditional dress and their distinctive headdress is the keffiyeh.
