- Alexandria - Wikipedia
Alexandria ( ˌælɪɡˈzændriə, - ˈzɑːn - ⓘ AL-ig-ZA (H)N-dree-ə; [4] Arabic: الإسكندرية[a]) is the second largest city in Egypt and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast It lies at the western edge of the Nile River delta
- Welcome to the City of Alexandria Homepage! | City of Alexandria, VA
Make the most of Alexandria's outstanding quality of life with information and services of interest to residents Are you ready? Find resources and information to help residents, businesses and visitors to prepare for all types of emergencies, and to stay safe
- Alexandria | History, Population, Map, Facts | Britannica
Alexandria, major city and urban governorate in Egypt Once among the greatest cities of the Mediterranean world and a center of Hellenic scholarship and science, Alexandria was the capital of Egypt from its founding by Alexander the Great in 332 BCE until its surrender to Arab forces in 642 CE
- Visit Alexandria | Hotels, Events Things To Do
Founded in 1749 and boasting the nation’s third oldest historic district, Alexandria hums with a cosmopolitan feel Stroll Old Town Alexandria’s King Street mile to find more than 200 independent restaurants and boutiques plus intimate historic museums and new happenings at the waterfront
- Alexandria, Egypt - World History Encyclopedia
Alexandria is a port city on the Mediterranean Sea in northern Egypt founded in 331 BCE by Alexander the Great It was the site of the Pharos (lighthouse), one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and the legendary Library of Alexandria and was once the most vital cultural center of the ancient world, rivaling even Athens, Greece
- Sightseeing in Alexandria, Egypt: 15 Best Things To See And Do
Great article showcasing Alexandria’s historical and cultural treasures! The detailed descriptions of iconic sites like the Citadel of Qaitbey, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the Roman Amphitheatre provide a vivid guide for travelers
- The Complete Guide to Visiting Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria has plenty going on throughout the year, even in hotter summer months However, there’s something special about walking the cobblestoned streets of Old Town during the holiday season With dozens of shops, you’ll be able to find gifts for everyone on your list, plus take in annual festivities that light up the city like the Scottish Christmas Walk Parade and the Holiday Boat
- Alexandria travel - Lonely Planet | Egypt, Africa
Founded in 331 BC by 25-year-old Alexander the Great, Alexandria (Al Iskendariyya) is the stuff of legend Its towering Pharos lighthouse, marking the ancient harbour's entrance, was one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and its Great Library was considered the archive of ancient knowledge
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