Middle Egypt

Middle Egypt
   Ageographical term used by modern Egyptologists to refer to the area from Lishtto Asyutin the NileValley. During ancient times, it was considered to be the northern part of Upper Egypt.
   See also Lower Egypt.
Historical Dictionary Of Ancient Egypt by Morris L. Bierbrier

Ancient Egypt. A Reference Guide. . 2011.

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