الإسكندرية مصرAlexandria Egypt

مدينة ساحلية جميلة على البحر الأبيض المتوسط، تشتهر بتاريخها الغني وأجوائها المميزةA beautiful Mediterranean coastal city known for its rich history and relaxing atmosphere.

About Alexandria · عن الإسكندرية

The Bride of the Mediterranean

الإسكندرية مدينة ساحلية جميلة على البحر الأبيض المتوسط، تشتهر بتاريخها الغني وتراثها الثقافي وأجوائها المميزة. أسسها الإسكندر الأكبر عام ٣٣١ ق.م وكانت عاصمة مصر لما يقرب من ألف عام.

Alexandria is a beautiful coastal city along the Mediterranean Sea, known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and relaxing atmosphere. Founded in 331 BC by Alexander the Great, it served as Egypt's capital for nearly a millennium and was a legendary center of ancient learning and culture.

Photo Gallery · معرض الصور

الإسكندرية بالصورAlexandria in Pictures

ساحل البحر الأبيض المتوسط، بالصور.The Mediterranean coastline, in photos.

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Alexandria Attractions · معالم الإسكندرية

أهم المعالمWhat to see

Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Qaitbay Citadel
The Corniche
Montaza Palace

مكتبة الإسكندرية
قلعة قايتباي
الكورنيش
قصر المنتزه

Founder

Alexander
the Great

Age

~2,356 yrs

Area

1,034 mi²

Alexandria is Egypt's second-largest city and its principal seaport. A Mediterranean port founded in 331 BC, it was a hub where Greek, Egyptian, Jewish, and Roman cultures intersected.

Historical Significance

Ancient wonders: home to the Lighthouse of Alexandria (Pharos), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the Great Library of Alexandria.
Archaeological treasures: much of the ancient city, including Cleopatra's Palace, now lies submerged in the Eastern Harbor due to earthquakes and land subsidence.

Top Attractions

Citadel of Qaitbay: a 15th-century fortress built on the exact site of the ancient lighthouse, using some of its original stones.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina: an architectural masterpiece opened in 2002 to commemorate the ancient library, with millions of books, museums, and a planetarium.
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: a 2nd-century Roman burial site blending Egyptian, Greek, and Roman styles.
The Corniche: a scenic 15-kilometer waterfront promenade lined with restaurants, historic hotels, and cafes.
Pompey's Pillar: one of the largest monolithic columns ever erected, standing 27 meters tall.

Visiting Details

Vibe: more laid-back and Mediterranean than Cairo, with cooler sea breezes and a renowned seafood scene.
Transportation: easily reached from Cairo (about 2.5–3 hours) via the VIP Express train or by car.
Activities: historical sightseeing, sunset walks along the Corniche, and diving to see underwater ruins.

Landmarks · المعالم

المعالم والآثارMonuments & Sights

معالم يونانية ورومانية وإسلامية تصطف على شاطئ عروس البحر المتوسط.Greek, Roman, and Islamic landmarks line the shore of the Mediterranean's "Bride."

قلعة قايتبايCitadel of Qaitbay

A 15th-century fort on the very site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse. →

مكتبة الإسكندريةBibliotheca Alexandrina

A striking modern library (2002) reviving the ancient one, with museums and a planetarium. →

مقابر كوم الشقافةCatacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa

Egypt's largest Roman necropolis, blending three cultures deep underground. →

عمود السواريPompey's Pillar & Serapeum

A 27-metre Roman column on the site of an ancient temple of Serapis. →

المسرح الرومانيRoman Amphitheatre

Egypt's only Roman amphitheatre, at Kom el-Dikka, with the Villa of the Birds mosaics. →

قصر المنتزهMontaza Palace & Gardens

A royal palace amid lush seaside gardens on the eastern shore. →

مسجد أبو العباس المرسيAbu al-Abbas Mosque

The city's grandest mosque, honoring a 13th-century Sufi saint. →

الكورنيش وكوبري ستانليThe Corniche & Stanley Bridge

A 15-km seafront drive and the city's iconic bay bridge. →

Museums & Culture · المتاحف والثقافة

مدينة المتاحفA City of Museums

قرون من الفن والمعرفة، محفوظة في القصور والمتاحف وبيت شاعر.Centuries of art and learning, preserved in palaces, galleries, and a poet's home.

المتحف القوميAlexandria National Museum

A restored palace tracing the city from Pharaonic to modern eras. →

المتحف اليوناني الرومانيGraeco-Roman Museum

A landmark collection from Alexandria's Hellenistic and Roman age. →

متحف المجوهرات الملكيةRoyal Jewelry Museum

The dazzling jewels of Egypt's former royal family, in an ornate villa. →

متحف الفنون الجميلةMuseum of Fine Arts

Modern Egyptian and international art near the city center. →

دار أوبرا الإسكندريةAlexandria Opera House

The historic Sayed Darwish Theatre, heart of the city's stage life. →

متحف كفافيسCavafy Museum

The preserved home of the celebrated Alexandrian Greek poet C. P. Cavafy. →

Good to Know · معلومات مفيدة

خطط لزيارتكPlan Your Visit

Founded

331 BC

Population

~5.4M

Nickname

Bride of the Med

Best Season

Apr–Oct

Alexandria sits on the Mediterranean about 220 km northwest of Cairo — roughly 2.5–3 hours by express train or car. It's milder and breezier than the capital, with a celebrated seafood scene. Much of the ancient city, including the Pharos Lighthouse and Cleopatra's royal quarter, now lies beneath the harbor and can be explored by divers.

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