Thinis

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Thinis is the mythological city from where Egypt, according to Manetho's chronological list, were united by the Thinnite Confederacy. It is said to have happened during the reign of the Pharaoh Menes. It is believed that the ancient city of Thinis, or as it is called in the Egyptian language, Tjeny, is located near to Girga. It is also said that the first Pharaohs of Egypt were buried in Thinis, and an ancient necropolis. Beit Khallaf from the Third Dynasty is located nearby. Thinis has never been found, and it does only strengthen the city's legendary reputation.

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• Girga