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Historical Importance of Al Gharbia

Informations about Al Gharbia Governorate

  • 05 16, 2023

Al Gharbia Governorate Egypt 

Gharbia Governorate is one of the governorates full of archaeological sites, whether they are places or facilities (mosques, churches), as the governorate is a destination for visitors to these places throughout the year, whether they are Egyptians from the different governorates, or foreigners coming from their countries to visit these archaeological places and institutions that have a great history.

Governorate logo

Gharbia adopts as its logo a golden gear with the minaret and dome of the Ahmadi Mosque inside it. This logo symbolizes the industrial renaissance and the archaeological and religious landmarks in the governorate. The governorate celebrates its national holiday on October 7, the anniversary of the victory of the people of Gharbia over the French campaign in 1798.

The size of the land within Gharbia Governorate is 462,684 acres and that of the arable land is 397,714 acres, constituting 85% of the area.

The cultivated land area is 394,888. In addition to traditional crops such as cotton, rice, wheat and fruits, the governorate is distinguished by the cultivation of jasmine and aromatic herbs in Qatar, Basyoun and Mahalla, whose pastes and oils are exported to many European countries. The governorate is also famous for the cultivation of potatoes for export, and the local market includes the International Potato Center in Kafr El-Zayat.

What is Gharbia famous for?

Zifta is distinguished by flax cultivation, as it produces 80% of the flax crop in Egypt. The governorate is also interested in poultry livestock, as it includes a 20 million egg project in Kafr El-Sheikh Selim and production in Seberbay.

The governorate includes the largest industrial strongholds in spinning, weaving, dyeing and finishing in Mahalla al-Kubra, Tanta and Zifta, the oil and soap industry in Tanta and Kafr al-Zayat, the fertilizer, pesticide, chemical and paper industry in Kafr al-Zayat, and the perfume industry in Qutur.

Inside the village of Senbat, affiliated with the Zifta Center and City in Gharbia Governorate, there is a huge archaeological building that contains many iconic archaeological areas inside it, dating back hundreds of years. Visitors come to it from all governorates of the Republic and even all countries of the world throughout the months of the year, making it one of the most important archaeological destinations on the tourist map inside Gharbia Governorate.

The Church of the Martyr Refqa in Senbat, Gharbia Governorate, which is considered one of the oldest ancient churches in Egypt, and it contains the bodies of the two martyrs Bara and Awtam, and another church for Saint Abu Girgis, and Anba Markos the Blind, known as Ibn al-Qabir. These are several properties adjacent to each other, from which a monastery for men and a monastery for women were made adjacent to the church of Abu Girgis. The date of the reconstruction of the church dates back to between 1465 AD and 1467 AD.

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Al Gharbia, also spelled Al Gharbiyah or Al Gharbiya, is a governorate (province) in Egypt. It is located in the northern part of the country, specifically in the Nile Delta region. Al Gharbia is situated to the northwest of Cairo, the capital of Egypt.

Al Gharbia is known for several features and characteristics:

   Agriculture: Like many governorates in the Nile Delta, Al Gharbia is primarily an agricultural region with fertile soil. It is known for the cultivation of various crops, including rice, cotton, wheat, and vegetables.

   Nile Delta Location: The governorate's location within the Nile Delta is significant for its agricultural productivity. The Nile Delta is a network of fertile land formed by the Nile River's many distributaries, making it essential for Egypt's food production.

   Cities and Urban Centers: Al Gharbia is home to several cities and urban centers, including Tanta, the governorate's capital. These cities serve as administrative, economic, and cultural hubs in the region.

   Cultural Significance: Al Gharbia has a rich cultural heritage, with traditions and celebrations that are unique to the governorate and reflect the local population's way of life.

   Economic Activities: In addition to agriculture, Al Gharbia is involved in various economic activities, including manufacturing, trade, and small-scale industries.

   Transportation Hub: The governorate is connected to other parts of Egypt through a network of roads and highways, facilitating the movement of goods and people.

   Historical and Archaeological Sites: While not as well-known as some other regions in Egypt, Al Gharbia has historical and archaeological sites that are of interest to researchers and enthusiasts.

   Cultural and Religious Diversity: Al Gharbia is home to a diverse population with a mix of cultural and religious communities, contributing to the region's diversity and pluralism.

 

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