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America/Chicago |
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UTC-6 |
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UTC-5 |
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Africa/Cairo |
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UTC+2 |
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UTC+3 |
Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.
Ehmeem is located in the southern Egyptian governorate of Sohag, on the east bank of the Nile, about 470 kilometers from Cairo. The city is one of the oldest settlements in Egypt, dating back to the time of the Pharaohs, and was once the capital of the Ninth Governorate of Upper Egypt and a center of the textile industry, under the ancient name of "Ip" or "Kemis.
Ehrem is known as the center of worship of Min, the ancient Egyptian god of fertility, and surviving ruins include a huge statue of Min on a pedestal. It became an important monastic center during the Christian era, with several Coptic churches. The nearby White Monastery and Red Monastery are on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List.
Modern Ehrem retains its traditional handicrafts, especially fine embroidery and textiles, and the markets are filled with hand-woven carpets and linen products. Agriculture is well developed around the city, and sugar cane and cereals are grown. In recent years, the city has developed a cultural tourism industry based on its monuments.