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Damietta Governorate
Damietta governorate is considered one of Egypt's window on the
coast of the Mediterranean Sea, where the meeting point with the
Nile River is.
The Nile divides the governorate into two parts along its farms
and plains.
The Capital:
Damietta City
The National Day
Damietta governorate celebrates its National Day on May
th
8 which marks the victory of the popular resistance on the
Crusades forces in 1250 AD.
The Emblem
A boat with two sails referring to the coastal environment and
water ways which surround Damietta from most sides, in addition
to the craft works featured in the industry of fishing boats.
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