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Ehmeem is located in the southern Egyptian governorate of Sohag, on the east bank of the Nile, about 470 kilometers from Cairo. The city is one of the oldest settlements in Egypt, dating back to the time of the Pharaohs, and was once the capital of the Ninth Governorate of Upper Egypt and a center of the textile industry, under the ancient name of "Ip" or "Kemis.
Ehrem is known as the center of worship of Min, the ancient Egyptian god of fertility, and surviving ruins include a huge statue of Min on a pedestal. It became an important monastic center during the Christian era, with several Coptic churches. The nearby White Monastery and Red Monastery are on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List.
Modern Ehrem retains its traditional handicrafts, especially fine embroidery and textiles, and the markets are filled with hand-woven carpets and linen products. Agriculture is well developed around the city, and sugar cane and cereals are grown. In recent years, the city has developed a cultural tourism industry based on its monuments.
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