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Southern Egypt

Southern Egypt, also known as Upper Egypt, is the southern part of the country along the Nile River, stretching from the area around Luxor up to the border with Sudan. It is rich in ancient history, home to famous archaeological sites like Karnak and Luxor Temples and the Valley of the Kings. The region features a mix of bustling cities and rural communities, with agriculture thriving due to the Nile's fertility. Its landscape is primarily desert with fertile riverbanks, and it plays a key role in Egypt's cultural and historical identity.