Long before Cairo rose to prominence, Memphis was the heart of ancient Egypt. Located just south of modern-day Giza, this once-mighty city was the first capital of a unified Egypt, founded around 3100 BCE by the legendary King Narmer (Menes). For centuries, Memphis thrived as a political, cultural, and religious center. It was dedicated to Ptah, the god of creation and craftsmanship https://egyptatours.com/memphis-city-ancient-egypt/