Farafra, Desert depression near New Valley Governorate, Egypt
The Farafra depression covers 300 square kilometers of terrain in the Western Desert, featuring chalk rock formations and natural springs.
Ancient Egyptian caravans used the Farafra depression as a water source and resting point during their travels across the Western Desert routes.
The population of 5,000 inhabitants maintains traditional Bedouin customs through local architecture, food preparation, and social gatherings in mud-colored houses.
Visitors reach the depression via paved roads from Cairo or Luxor, with local guides offering transportation services and accommodation in desert camps.
The White Desert section displays calcium formations shaped by wind erosion, creating geological structures that reflect sunlight across the landscape.
Location: New Valley Governorate
Elevation above the sea: 25 m
GPS coordinates: 27.06111,27.95556
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:26
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