Memphis, Ancient city in Egypt.
Memphis was the ancient capital of Aneb-Hetch, the first nome of Lower Egypt.
Its ruins are located near the town of Mit Rahina, 20 km (12 mi) south of Giza.
According to legend related by Manetho, the city was founded by the pharaoh Menes.
Today, Memphis is an open-air museum that attracts tourists from around the world.
It was believed to be under the protection of the god Ptah, the patron of craftsmen.
Location: Giza Governorate
Elevation above the sea: 20 m
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Memphis was the ancient capital of Aneb-Hetch, the first nome of Lower Egypt.
The Temple of Ptah is situated in the ancient city of Memphis.
The Pyramid of Djedkare-Isesi, located in South Saqqara, represents the shift from step-sided to smooth pyramids.
The Imhotep Museum is dedicated to the architect of the Djoser Step Pyramid.
The Pyramid of Pepi I is part of the larger mortuary complex including temples and other pyramids.
The Bubasteion is an ancient necropolis that includes tombs and chapels.
The Pyramid of Khendjer is a small, well-preserved pyramid from the 13th Dynasty.
The Pyramid of Merenre is one of the Egyptian pyramids located at Saqqara.
The Pyramid of Teti, constructed for Pharaoh Teti, is situated at the Saqqara necropolis.
