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Main activities of the population are trade, sheep and camels

grazing as well as cultivation of figs and olives.

Since it has abundant water resources, including the underground

water, floods, rain, and natural springs as well as al-Nassr

Tributary project, the governorate has huge potentials for

agricultural development.

Matrouh adds to Egypt's touristic assets being rich in its natural,

historical and religious potentials and historical sites. In this
context, Matrouh can be a shrine for different kinds of tourism.

Matrouh sand coast extends over 450 km and is ripped by
peaceful bays providing a sense of safety for tourists.

The governorate is endowed with several attractions, most

important of which are: Marina Monastery, the Mass Graves, the

Military Museum in Alamein, Rumelle Museum, Ramses II

Temple in Oum el-Rakham, Cleopatra Bath, Siwa Oasis, and

Seedy Soliman mosque as well as the hot sand that cures

dermatitis and rheumatism diseases.

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