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ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria (الإسكندرية al-Iskanderiyya) is Egypt's second largest city (3.5 million people), its largest seaport and the country's window onto the Mediterranean Sea. It's a faded shade of its former glorious cosmopolitan self, but still worth a visit for its many cultural attractions and still-palpable glimpses of its past.
Understand Alexandria
History
Few cities of the world have a history as rich as that of Alexandria; few cities have…
How To Get To Alexandria
Alexandria is easily reached by plane, train or bus.
By plane
Alexandria has two airports in the…
Get Around Alexandria
Alexandria is quite a long city; you can get pretty much anywhere by using the local…
What To See In Alexandria
Historical monuments
One of the icons of the city at a beautiful location, the fortress…
What To Do In Alexandria
Sunbathe at the Maa'moura Beach or Montazah Beach. During summer the beaches are packed with…
Work In Alexandria
Alexandria has a tiny industrial section, mainly centered around the natural gas industry. A few…
Money And Shopping In Alexandria
Many places seem to follow set shopping hours. Winter: Tues, Wed, Fri and Sat 9AM-10PM, Mon and…
What To Eat In Alexandria
Alexandria is famous for having the best seafood restaurants in the country. A few other…
What To Drink In Alexandria
Bars
50 years ago a maze of bars and nightclubs filled the city, but visitors to today's…
Where To Sleep In Alexandria
Alexandria has a good selection of hotels in all price brackets.
Budget
For longer stays of a…
Stay Safe In Alexandria
Although crime is rarely violent, beware of pickpockets and don't flash your valuables or wear a…
Where To Get Out In Alexandria
Abu Mena — a UNESCO World Heritage Site 45 km southwest of the city. An ancient Christian…
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