# Minya

> city in Middle Egypt

**Wikidata**: [Q310117](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q310117)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minya,_Egypt)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/minya

## Summary  
Minya is a major city in Middle Egypt, serving as the capital of Minya Governorate. Located along the Nile River, it is a historically significant urban center with a population exceeding 200,000. Known by multiple names including Menat Khufu and Al-Minya, it blends ancient heritage with modern administrative importance.  

## Key Facts  
- **Location**: 28.0833° N, 30.75° E, in Minya Governorate, Egypt.  
- **Population**: 236,043 (2006 census); 298,021 (2023 estimate).  
- **Elevation**: 49 meters above sea level.  
- **Timezone**: UTC+02:00.  
- **Postal Code**: 61111.  
- **Twin City**: Hildesheim, Germany (since 1979).  
- **Heritage Status**: Tentative World Heritage Site (listed 1994).  
- **Identifiers**: VIAF 130182990, GeoNames 360686, GND 4475108-4.  
- **Aliases**: Menat Khufu, Al-Minya, Menya, Minia, 米尼亚 (Chinese).  
- **Native Label**: المنيا (Arabic).  
- **Locator Map**: [Middle Egypt Nomes](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Middle_Egypt_Nomes.jpg).  

## FAQs  
- **Where is Minya located?**  
  Minya is situated in Middle Egypt, along the Nile River, and serves as the administrative center of Minya Governorate.  

- **What is Minya’s historical significance?**  
  The city, historically known as *Menat Khufu*, has been recognized as a Tentative World Heritage Site since 1994 and is referenced in encyclopedias like the *Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary*.  

- **How large is Minya’s population?**  
  As of 2023, the estimated population is 298,021, up from 236,043 in the 2006 census.  

- **What cities is Minya twinned with?**  
  Minya has been twinned with Hildesheim, Germany, since 1979.  

- **Why is Minya notable?**  
  It is a major urban and cultural hub in Middle Egypt, known for its historical sites, administrative role, and Nile-side geography.  

## Why It Matters  
Minya plays a critical role as the administrative and cultural heart of Minya Governorate, bridging ancient Egyptian history with modern governance. Its status as a Tentative World Heritage Site underscores its historical value, while its population growth reflects its economic and regional significance. The city’s location along the Nile supports agriculture and trade, contributing to its enduring relevance in Egypt’s social and economic landscape.  

## Notable For  
- **Tentative World Heritage Site** since 1994, recognizing its cultural and historical importance.  
- **Historical Name**: Known in antiquity as *Menat Khufu*.  
- **Administrative Role**: Capital of Minya Governorate and a major urban center in Middle Egypt.  
- **International Ties**: Twinned with Hildesheim, Germany, since 1979.  
- **Geographic Significance**: Strategically situated along the Nile River.  

## Body  
### Geography and Location  
Minya is located at coordinates 28.0833° N, 30.75° E in Middle Egypt, within Minya Governorate. The city lies along the Nile River at an elevation of 49 meters above sea level. Its geographic position is illustrated in the locator map [Middle Egypt Nomes](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Middle_Egypt_Nomes.jpg).  

### Demographics  
As of the 2006 census, Minya’s population was 236,043, rising to an estimated 298,021 by 2023. These figures are sourced from [CityPopulation.de](http://www.citypopulation.de/Egypt-Cities.html).  

### History and Heritage  
Minya, historically referred to as *Menat Khufu*, has been recognized as a Tentative World Heritage Site since November 1, 1994. It is documented in historical encyclopedias such as the *Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary* and the *Great Soviet Encyclopedia*.  

### Administration and Politics  
The city serves as the capital of Minya Governorate and is governed under the jurisdiction of Egypt (referenced via GND ID 4475108-4). Its postal code is 61111, and it operates in the UTC+02:00 timezone.  

### Culture and Economy  
Minya’s cultural significance is reflected in its native Arabic name, *المنيا*, and its inclusion in categories for people born or associated with the city (Q8080051, Q7933872). The city supports agricultural and industrial activities, leveraging its Nile-side location.  

### Symbols and Media  
The city’s coat of arms is depicted in [Coat of arms of Minya Govenorate.JPG](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Coat_of_arms_of_Minya_Govenorate.JPG). Minya is covered in 52 Wikipedia languages, including Arabic, English, and French.  

### Connections and Recognition  
Minya is linked internationally through its twin city relationship with Hildesheim, Germany (established 1979). It holds identifiers from global authorities, including VIAF 130182990, GeoNames 360686, and GND 4475108-4. The city is also cataloged in the Library of Congress (ID n80067749) and the National Library of Israel (ID 987007550310005171).  

### Education and Research  
Minya is associated with academic and cultural institutions, including entries in the Thesaurus Linguae Aegyptiae (ID 4ZSAUJUBXNBJZFGBEAOVAZBJR4) and the National Historical Museums of Sweden (ID geo/16EA9386-DA65-4DEC-ABC0-1618BE9B1B68).  

### External References  
Minya is documented in the *Encyclopædia Britannica* under "Al-Minya" and "Menat Khufu," and in the *Meyers Konversations-Lexikon* (4th edition). Its coordinates and elevation are verified by GeoNames (ID 360686).

## References

1. archINFORM
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. [Source](http://www.citypopulation.de/Egypt-Cities.html)
4. GeoNames
5. [Source](http://www.geonames.org/360686)
6. Quora
7. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)