Alexandria, Port city in Egypt
Alexandria is a Mediterranean port city in Egypt, known for its rich historical and archaeological sites.
Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Alexandria was once considered the crossroads of the world.
It is home to the famous Library of Alexandria, one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world.
Today, it serves as a major center of Egypt's economic and industrial activities.
Underneath the waters of Alexandria's Eastern harbor lies the lost city of Cleopatra, hidden for over 1600 years.
Location: Alexandria Governorate
Inception: 331 BCE
Population: 4870000
Elevation above the sea: -1 m
Website: alexandria.gov.eg
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The Royal Jewelry Museum is an art and history museum located in the Zizenia neighborhood of Alexandria, Egypt.
Ras El-Tin Palace is a grand royal palace located in Alexandria, Egypt.
The Caesareum of Alexandria was a temple dedicated to worship Roman emperors as gods.
The Roman Theatre of Alexandria is an architectural relic that exemplifies the grandeur of Roman craftsmanship.
Abu Mena was once a town, monastery complex and Christian pilgrimage center.
Lake Mariout is located to the southwest of Alexandria, Egypt.
The Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque is an Egyptian architectural masterpiece.
The Alexandria National Museum holds an extensive collection showcasing over 1,800 artifacts.
The Graeco-Roman Museum in Alexandria showcases a wide array of artifacts from the Hellenistic and Roman eras.
The Heptastadion was a crucial infrastructure linking the island of Pharos to mainland Alexandria.
