Alexandria Governorate, Governorate of Egypt in Alexandria region
Alexandria Governorate is known for its vibrant Mediterranean spirit and diverse economy.
Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BCE, the region has a rich historical heritage.
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina aims to recapture the spirit of openness and scholarship of the original Library of Alexandria.
Its location makes it a key port for both tourism and international shipping.
Alexandria's underwater ruins offer a glimpse into ancient civilizations.
Location: Egypt
Capital city: Alexandria
Population: 5163750
Elevation above the sea: 27 m
Website: alexandria.gov.eg
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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Alexandria Governorate is known for its vibrant Mediterranean spirit and diverse economy.
Lake Mariout is located to the southwest of Alexandria, Egypt.
The Serapeum of Alexandria was a temple dedicated to serapis, built by Ptolemy III.
Pompey's Pillar is a Roman triumphal column in Alexandria, Egypt, and the largest of its type constructed outside the imperial capitals of Rome and Constantinople.
The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa is a historical archaeological site located in Alexandria, Egypt.
The Attarine Mosque is marked by its striking architecture and intricate designs.
The Greek Orthodox Church of Alexandria, also known as the Patriarchate of Alexandria and All Africa, is an autocephalous Byzantine Rite jurisdiction of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
The Cathedral of Evangelismos is an impressive religious landmark of the Greek Orthodox Church.
