Attractions in and around Alexandria

Step back in time and imagine yourself in a huge port City during Greco- Roman times. A bustling Port with trade coming and going under the rule of Alexander the great. Many attractions and tours still remain in Alexandria such as the Ancient Catacombs, Old Citadel Fort of Qaitbey, Pompey’s Pillar, wreck diving to see underwater treasures from these times and more. Explore the various sides of the diverse City of Alexandria, the Pearl of the Mediteranean. Alexandria remained the capital of Egypt for nearly a thousand years and was immensely prosperous because of its strategic trading location between the Mediterranean and the Red Sea. It also became the centre of learning for the ancient world, and retains its academic importance to this day. We will take on a journey to learn about the history and to know the world famous monuments of the 2nd largest city of Egypt.

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The Great Library of Alexandria has acted as a cultural Hub for scholars, poets, architectures, astronomers since its conception. Know more about this ancient Cultural landmark

This magnificent port city with numerous Roman structures and artefacts still present there, such as the Roman Amphitheatre, Alexandria, Egypt, became the centre of Roman Culture and ancient Roman landmarks.

Pompey's Pillar, which is in the city's center, stands out among the other structures as a symbol of the Roman Empire's former dominance.

The ancient catacombs at Kom El Shoqafa are a remarkably well-preserved and interesting fusion of several eras. These collections of rock-cut burial chambers and tombs were just discovered by chance in 1900 when a donkey fell through a hole in the earth.

Located on the very Grounds of the ancient lighthouse in Alexandria , the Citadel & fort of Sultan Qaitbay is a landmark of the coastal city of Alexandria is filled with history and amazing details for you to DIscover.

The Battle of El Alamein was a pivotal moment in World War II by being the largest battle to occur in Africa. The Allies had not scored a substantial victory on any front during the war until Field Marshall Erwin Rommel and his German tank divisions were routed by General Bernard Montgomery and the British 8th Army.

The original battle locations, memorials, and cemeteries honoring the Second World War dead from a variety of nations are located approximately one hour from Alexandria City and three hours from downtown Cairo.

Alexandria which is known as the pearl of the Mediterrane sea and the capital of the old world 

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