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Alexandria - Wikipedia Alexandria ( ˌ æ l ɪ ɡ ˈ z æ n d r i ə,-ˈ z ɑː n- ⓘ AL-ig-ZA(H)N-dree-ə; [6] 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
Alexandria | History, Population, Map, Facts | Britannica Once among the greatest cities of the Mediterranean world and a centre 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 the Arab forces led by ʿAmr ibn al-ʿĀṣ in 642 ce
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
Alexandria, Egypt: The Ultimate Guide - Tourist Egypt A true gem of Ancient Egypt, Alexandria boasts remarkable landmarks such as the iconic Lighthouse of Alexandria, also known as Pharos, which stood proudly as one of the wonders of the ancient world
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
The Complete Guide to Visiting Alexandria, Virginia Start planning your trip to Alexandria and discover its bounty of culture, community, and charm 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
Alexandria - Wikitravel Founded by Alexander the Great (Iskander al-Akbar) in 331 BC, Alexandria became the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt; its status as a beacon of culture is symbolized by Pharos, the legendry lighthouse that was one of the Seven Wonders of the World
Alexandria Egypt, the pride of the Mediterranean Sea Stretching 20 km (12 miles) along the coast, Alexandria is Egypt’s second-largest city Founded in 332 BC by Alexander the Great, the city grew to rival Rome before falling into decline in the 4th century AD In the 19th century, the Pasha Mohammed Ali revived Alexandria’s fortunes as a port by linking it to the Nile