What makes AL Fayoum Oasis in Egypt famous?
The Fayoum Oasis “Faiyum Egypt” is one of the most interesting oasis in Egypt.
It has been important to farming since prehistoric times, and you can learn more about it in the book Egypt Oases.
The word “Peiom,” which means “sea” in Coptic, is where the name “Fayoum” comes from.
Egypt’s Faiyum is an oasis that was made by digging a hole in the desert west of the Nile Valley.
Because of how fertile it is, the Joseph Canal is a haven for farming (connecting the Fayoum with the Nile),
And other channels that split off from where the Joseph Canal started to where it ended in Faiyum, Egypt.
Where is Al Fayoum Oasis? “Cairo to Fayoum”
It covers an area of between 1270 and 1700 km2, and it is 130 km southwest of Cairo. 8 Days Cairo, Alexandria & Fayoum – Group Tours to Egypt
The Fayoum’s History
Ancient Egypt’s Fayoum Oasis was known as “Atef-Pehu,” which means “Northern Sycamore,” and was the first nomo in Upper Egypt.
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“Shedyt,” which means “the house of Sobek,” was the capital of the Fayoum. In Greek, it was called “Crocodileopolis” (after the god Sobek, the crocodile god).
Toward the end of Ptolemy II’s reign, this city’s name changed to “Arsnoe.”
During the XIIth dynasty of the Middle Empire, when canals were built, it became important because it was thought to be the centre of agriculture in Egypt.
The Theban pharaohs built the Joseph Canal in Fayoum Oasis. Because it was so important, the Sultan of Saladin later fixed it (the founder of the Saladin Citadel in Cairo).
The best places to go in Alabama Egypt’s Fayoum Oasis
- The Valley of the Whales is a unique place in Egypt. It is called Wadi el Hitan. It has fossils from whales that are very valuable. There are also fossils of turtles, crocodiles, and sawfish, among others.
- It is 1793 km2. Wadi Al Rayan is in the Fayoum Oasis. Since 1989, it has been thought of as a protected area. It is southwest of Karun Lake and has two man-made lakes. The natural scenery in this area is beautiful. Also, there are the only waterfalls in Egypt.
- The Pyramid of Hawara, the Pyramid of El Lahon, and the Pyramid of Meidum are all examples of pyramids.
When to go to Fayoum at its best
The hottest months of August, July, and June are the best times to visit AL Fayoum.
Tour of Fayoum Oasis
Egypt has a hidden city called Fayoum. If you are in Cairo, don’t miss the chance to visit this city. Check out our Egypt vacation packages or Nile cruises to find the best places to visit in Egypt.
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