Petrified Forest (Egypt)
Egypt, Cairo Governorate
Petrified Forest (Egypt)
LocationEgypt, Cairo Governorate
RegionCairo Governorate
TypeProtected Area
Coordinates30.0170°, 31.3000°
Established1989
Area0.07
Nearest CityCairo (8 mi)
Major CityCairo (8 mi)
Entrance Fee5
About Petrified Forest (Egypt)
The Petrified Forest Protected Area contains fossilized wood dating back to the Oligocene period. It represents an important geological heritage site with well-preserved tree fossils. The area provides evidence of ancient tropical forests that once existed in the region.