Qallin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Qallin
قلين
|
|
|---|---|
     |
|
 Qallin
Location in Egypt
|
|
| Country |  Egypt |
| Governorate | Kafr El Sheikh |
| Area | |
| • Total | 161.3 km2 (62.3 sq mi) |
| Population
(2021)
|
|
| • Total | 284,853 |
| • Density | 1,766.0/km2 (4,573.9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EST) |
Qallin (Arabic: قلين) is a city located in the Kafr El Sheikh Governorate in Egypt. It is an important city in this part of the country.
About Qallin City
Qallin is a lively city in Egypt. It is part of the Kafr El Sheikh Governorate, which is a region in the northern part of the country. The city covers an area of about 161.3 square kilometers.
As of 2021, the city of Qallin had a population of around 284,853 people. This makes it a significant urban area in the governorate.
What Does the Name Qallin Mean?
The name Qallin has an interesting history. It comes from an old Coptic word, Coptic: ⲕⲁⲗⲗⲓⲛ.
Experts believe this Coptic word might have come from an ancient Greek personal name, Kalleinos. So, the city's name could be linked to a person from a very long time ago!
All content from Kiddle encyclopedia articles (including the article images and facts) can be freely used under Attribution-ShareAlike license, unless stated otherwise. Cite this article:
Qallin Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.