Minya Governorate, Administrative region in Upper Egypt, Egypt.
The governorate spans 2,262 square kilometers along the Nile River, with agricultural lands on the eastern bank and desert terrain on both sides.
Ancient Egyptian tombs at Bani Hasan contain 390 rock-cut decorated chambers from the Middle Kingdom period, revealing details of life from 2000-1580 BC.
The region maintains an equal distribution between Muslim and Coptic Christian populations, with numerous active religious centers and celebrations throughout the year.
The governorate connects to other Egyptian cities through established road networks, with regular bus services operating between Cairo and local administrative centers.
Limestone quarries on the eastern bank of the Nile provide construction materials used in many modern Egyptian building projects.
Location: Egypt
Capital city: Minya
Elevation above the sea: 130 m
Shares border with: Beni Suef Governorate, Red Sea Governorate, Asyut Governorate, New Valley Governorate, Giza Governorate
Website: http://minia.gov.eg
GPS coordinates: 28.11000,30.11000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:47
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