What to see in Alexandria

What to see in Alexandria
 Alexandria - the second largest city in Egypt after Cairo. Founded in 332 BC A. Great, it has a very rich history. It was here that the rules of Cleopatra, was one of the Wonders of the World, the world-famous library. Today the city is an enviable place for leisure tourism. Historical sights are connected here with cultural zones that will be enjoyed by lovers of beach holidays. So, what to see and visit in Alexandria?  

Antiquities

East Harbor. Previously, there was one of the Wonders of the World - Pharos lighthouse. It was destroyed during the earthquake, but because of its wreckage in the XV century built fort Kite Bay, endearing beauty.

Library of Alexandria. We are not talking about the ancient center of culture (it burned down in the first centuries BC), and of the New Library of Alexandria with galleries and a planetarium built in its place. The project, which have invested a number of countries in the world, was completed in 2002. Since then, access to knowledge was open to all comers.

Catacombs of Kom ash-Shavkafa. Roman burial age of almost two thousand years. Three-tiered tomb still excite the imagination of tourists, leading system of spiral staircases up to 30 meters under the ground. Selecting a cool time, you can enjoy views of the most beautiful statues, painting, iconography.

Also, you can not ignore such monuments as the mosque of Abu al-Abbas, Pompey's Pillar, Roman Theatre, the Presidential Palace, the Palace of Montaza, the latter, by the way, just very green. The Palace is still closed to the public, its rooms are designed to receive "high" guests, and fellow "female" room is reserved for a luxury hotel.

If you are interested in ancient coins or treasure, and may want to broaden my horizons, then be sure to visit the Greco-Roman Museum.

Lovers pyazhnogo rest

Alexandria offers all the conditions for resort and diving. Visiting in the first half of the day sightseeing, you can relax on the beaches such as Montazah, Maamura, Mandara and others.

That's interesting

And in conclusion. If you're in Alexandria, be sure to ride on the tram .... Tin double-decker trams are one of the oldest in the world and, according to tourists represent a real attraction.

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