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Assiut Governorate

Assiut governorate is one of Egypt's ancient governorates. It
belongs to the Middle Upper Egypt region that encompasses

Assiut and New Valley governorates.

Assiut lies between two mountains, thus it is distinguished by a

very hot and dry climate. It is also considered the trade capital of

Upper Egypt.

The governorate is famous for production of cotton, wheat, maize,

corn, fava beans, citrus, pomegranate, mangoes, grapes, and
banana.

The governorate adds to the industrial activities by hosting big

industries such as: fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, cement, and
petrol, as well as small industries such as kleem, carpets, and

wood embellished with shells besides ivory products.

Furthermore, 7 industrial zones in the governorate's markaz
(conglomeration of villages) were also established.

Assiut hosts many tourist attractions from different dynasties

including: Pharaonic, Coptic, Islamic and modern highlights such

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