Comments on: The Great Bitter Lake and Fayid

By: Arnold Jordan

Arnold Jordan — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:25:45 +0000

I was a National Serviceman, stationed at Fayid for 18 months 1948/9.
The first thing that struck me when reading this was the mention of Fayid being a town. Apart from the large military establishment, Fayid was a collection of shacks, the owners of which sold goods to the British troops. To see what has happened since is quite an eye-opener. I have often said I would like to go back and travel the Canal road again, but now I’m beginning to wonder ……. perhaps it’s best to stick to memories!
PS I vividly remember the cemetery – all those rows of white stones in the bright sunshine. Quite heart stopping.

By: Adrian Ellicott

Adrian Ellicott — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:19:24 +0000

I too was born in Fayid. I also plan to go there in the not too distant future to visit the grave of my sister who died in 1948 and is buried in Fayid military war cemetery. Thanks for the brief interesting insight into the area.
Would be interested to know if the last entrant above has yet been out there.

By: David

David — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:14:54 +0000

Thank you so much for your posting on Fayid.
I was born there and I’ve never been back. I am planning to go as I am in the middle of a novel about Egypt.
Your site is a real joy and an edifying pleasure

By: Betty

Betty — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:25:25 +0000

Beautiful contrast between downtown Cairo and the lovely villa on Bitter Lake with such serene grounds. Hope the area has a rebirth soon.

By: Mary K

Mary K — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:36:30 +0000

I enjoyed the combination of photographs and commentary very much…you have a good eye for capturing the essence of a place.

By: Maryanne Gabbani

Maryanne Gabbani — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:56:03 +0000

Nice blog. I’m adding it to my list of blogs about Egypt.