Alexandria Egypt Travel Guide

Egypt

Scenic spot introduction:

Alexandria has beautiful scenery and a pleasant climate. It is Egypt's "summer capital" and a summer resort, and is known as the "Bride of the Mediterranean". The long and narrow city from east to west is like a girl lying on her side in the Mediterranean Sea Alexandria is Egypt's largest seaport and the country's second largest city. It is a famous historical and cultural city in Egypt. It has the remains of the Alexandria Lighthouse, one of the seven wonders of the world, which makes the city full of classic and nostalgic atmosphere.

Attractions distribution:

Alexandria is a beautiful port city with a glorious history. Qaibeyi Castle , Library of Alexandria , Pompeii's Pillar , Roman Amphitheater , Moses Abu Abbas Mosque , Montazah Palace , The Promenade wait.

Scenic spot features:

Photography, sightseeing, culture, ruins, museums, Roman theatre, ports, beaches

Transportation

Scenic spot location:

Africa > Egypt

How to get there:

Train: You can take a train from Cairo to Alexandria. There are two train stations in Alexandria, one is Mahattat Misr Railway Station located in the south of the city center, and the other is Mahattat Sidi Gaber Railway Station located in the east of the city. Trains from Cairo stop at the second railway station.

Transportation in the city: There are two types of trams in Alexandria: blue and yellow. The blue trams go east, and the yellow trams go west. Most attractions can be reached. The tram terminal is at Ramla Square .

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Alexandria Weather Forecast:

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Travel Tips

travelling guideline:

1. The promenade retains many colonial-era buildings, which are now mostly restaurants, bars, shops, etc.

2. The beach scenery on the Mediterranean coast is comparable to that of the Aegean Sea. It is a holy place for local residents to vacation and relax. The scenery is pleasant and very romantic.

3. Recommended one-day tour routes: Ancient Roman Amphitheater → Pompeii Column → Gebeii Castle (Lighthouse Ruins) → Library of Alexandria → Montaza Palace