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Jara Cave in New Valley as a Protected Area
The Jara Cave in New Valley has been officially designated as part of Egypt's natural reserves, making it the 32nd protected area in the national system. The cave is considered a unique environmental site, having formed over 40 million years ago, and is located near the Abu Marikh sand dunes. It is linked to historic trade routes that facilitated caravan transportation between the Faiyum Oasis, the Western Desert, and Asyut. Archaeological and geological studies conducted since 1990 have revealed distinctive sediment formations, carvings, and paintings that reflect human life during the Holocene epoch, highlighting the cave's connection to early human history and ancient climate. Protecting the cave and designating it as a reserve will enhance tourism and environmental values, increasing the number of protected areas in the governorate to four, including the White Desert, Gabal El-Gabal, and the Kamel Meteorite site.
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