The Prosperity of Fayum in Ancient Egypt
The Middle Kingdom of ancient Egypt is considered a “golden age”. Introduction The Faiyum (also given as Fayoum, Fayum, and Faiyum Oasis) was a region of ancient Egypt known for its fertility and the abundance of plant and animal life. Located 62 miles (100 kilometers) south of Memphis (modern Cairo), the Faiyum was once an[…]