Beheira Governorate facts for kids
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Beheira Governorate
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Beheira Governorate on the map of Egypt
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| Country |  Egypt |
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| Seat | Damanhur (capital) | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 9,826 km2 (3,794 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(January 2018)
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| • Total | 6,277,000 | ||
| • Density | 638.82/km2 (1,654.52/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) | ||
Beheira Governorate is an important area in Egypt. It's like a big region or state. Its capital city, which is the main city, is Damanhur.
In 2017, something special happened here! The President of Egypt, Abdel Fattah al-Sissi, chose Nadia Abdo to be the governor of Beheira. She was the very first woman in Egypt's history to become a governor. This was a big step for women in leadership!
Cities and Towns in Beheira
Beheira Governorate is home to many cities and towns. Each one has its own unique features and history. Here are some of the main ones:
- Abu Hummus
- Abu El Matamir
- Damanhur
- Edku
- El Delengat
- El Mahmoudiyah
- El Rahmaniya
- Itay El Barud
- Hosh Issa
- Kafr El Dawwar
- Koum Hamada
- Rosetta
- Shubrakhit
- Wadi El Natrun
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