Hermopolis (
Greek: ) also known as Hermopolis Mikra () and Hermopolis Parva was an ancient city of
Egypt. It was located on an island near the city ''Butosos'' now
Buto (
Strabo
Strabo''Strabo'' (meaning "squinty", as in strabismus) was a term employed by the Romans for anyone whose eyes were distorted or deformed. The father of Pompey was called "Pompeius Strabo". A native of Sicily so clear-sighted that he could see ...
xvii. p. 802).
See also
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List of ancient Egyptian towns and cities
References
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Cities in ancient Egypt
Former populated places in Egypt
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