Visiting Alexandria.

Alexandria at night

A sketch of the Lighthouse of Alexandria

Alexandria, Egypt is the place where once stood the Lighthouse of Alexandria which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Map of Alaxendria

What to do in Alexandria?

Alexandria National Museum

Start with the splendid Alexandria National Museum where it houses about 1800 artifacts from the Pharaonic era to Roman, Coptic and Islamic eras.

Catacombs of Komash-Shuqqafa

Next, venture into the Catacombs of Komash-Shuqqafa. Besides the 300 over tombs laid out in this underground network, it's the mixture of Pharaonic and Roman art on its walls, statues and tombs that will mesmerise you. Escape from the heat by diving into the Abu Keer Gulf for a look underwater cities dating back to 300 BC!

Fort Qaitbey

Enjoy the scenic view of the Mediterranean Sea and Alexendria at Fort Qaitbey which is built on the remnants of the Lighthouse of Alexandria.

What to eat and where to stay in Alexandria?
Dine in at Egyptian eatery Al-Shark for Egyptian baked macaroni, fatta with mutton and grilled kebab. As for lodging, you can spend the night at Windsor Palace Hotel.

How to get there?
Fly to Cairo first and then take the superfast Turbotrains to Alexandria.