Sohag
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Sohag is a city located on the west bank of the Nile in Egypt, serving as the capital of the Sohag Governorate. The modern city evolved from the ancient village of Suhay and sits upon the site of several historical settlements including Bompae and Tmupaie. It is characterized by a hot desert climate and is divided into East and West districts.
Statistics
Area
68.00 km²
Population
193,931