Gharbia Governorate

Gharbia Governorate stretches across 1,942 square kilometers of fertile land in the Nile Delta region at an elevation of 8 meters above sea level.

The governorate developed as a crucial agricultural center through centuries, benefiting from the Nile River's resources that supported Egyptian civilization since ancient times.

Tanta, the capital city, holds annual Mawlid celebrations that gather thousands of participants for religious observances and traditional Egyptian customs.

The region maintains effective transportation networks connecting its urban centers to other Egyptian cities, with regular bus and train services operating through Tanta.

Local textile production facilities in Al Mahalla Al Kubra represent one of Egypt's largest manufacturing centers, employing thousands of skilled workers.

Location: Egypt

Capital city: Tanta

Elevation above the sea: 8 m

Shares border with: Kafr el-Sheikh Governorate, Dakahlia Governorate, Qalyubia Governorate, Monufia Governorate, Beheira Governorate

GPS coordinates: 30.88111,31.06000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:58