Kharga Oasis

　　Kharga Oasis is the southernmost oasis in Egypt, hence also known as the "Southern Oasis." It is located in Egypt’s New Valley Governorate, stretching 160 kilometers in length and 20–80 kilometers in width, making it the largest oasis in Egypt’s Western Desert.

　　Kharga Oasis is the most modern and developed oasis in Egypt’s Western Desert. Its main towns feature modern facilities, with no old buildings in sight, though many ruins and archaeological sites can still be seen in some villages. This oasis is considered an ideal base for exciting adventures into the Western Desert. Within and around the oasis, you can visit various ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman relics. At the simple open-air market in the southern part of the main town, Qasr, you can buy a variety of pottery from local merchants before heading to the very interesting Kharga Museum.

　　The most noteworthy site to visit in Kharga Oasis is the Temple of Hibis, a well-preserved Persian temple built on outcropping volcanic rock. It dates back to ancient Egypt and was dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.

　　Kharga Oasis Reason to visit: The largest oasis in Egypt’s Western Desert Continent: Africa [Africa] Country/Region: Egypt [Egypt] Province/State: New Valley Governorate [New Valley Governorate]