Beheira Governorate, Governorate in Egypt
Beheira Governorate is situated in the northern coastal part of Egypt.
Beheira was historically part of the ancient region of Maresis in Lower Egypt.
It is renowned for its diverse agriculture and numerous archeological sites.
Accessible from Cairo by road and rail, Beheira has a strong transport infrastructure.
Beheira is home to the nature reserve of El Omayed, one of the smallest Mediterranean ecosystems.
Location: Egypt
Capital city: Damanhur
Population: 6171613
Elevation above the sea: 40 m
Website: behira.gov.eg
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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