What to see
Qaitbey’s Fort (also known as Qaitbay's Citadel): The gates of medieval
architecture can be widely open to you by simply paying
a visit to Qaitbey’s labyrinth Citadel, crowing the
cornich’s tip. The fort design is influenced by that of
the ancient light house, and is best when visited at
sunset, as waves tend to crash on the fort’s foot, and
small fishing boats surround the area, creating an
artistic canvas, calling to be photographed.
Recommended: Once your tour of the fort is done, and
you’ve enjoyed the warmth of the sun, a 10 min walk
leads you to taste heavenly, traditional ice cream
{unlike the one you’re familiar with}, as a small shop
overlooking the sea named "Jelaty Azza" (meaning ice
cream Azza), offers you an
unforgettable, cool off experience. Anyone would be glad
to guide you!
Bibliotheca Alexandrina: As a successful attempt to
rekindle the brilliance of the ancient, lost Library,
stands Bibliotheca Alexandrina with its striking rising
sun design; a flourishing cultural center on the shores
of the Mediterranean, preaching dialogue and tolerance.
Embracing three comprehensive libraries with one
specialized for children, museums with rare antiquities,
and an exceptional manuscript showroom, makes the visit
to the library an interesting one for children and
adults alike. Guided tours of the library are available
in all languages.
Recommended: Visit the Planetarium and enjoy a
thrilling experience that takes you to space and back..
headphones translating to many languages are made
available for visitors.
(Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria Egypt)
The Greco Roman Museum: Housing remaining pieces of the
ancient light house, as well as rare Greek and Roman
collections of over 40,000 relics, makes this museum an
essential stop.
Recommended: Make sure you see the unique Tangara
collection.
Pompey's Pillar :
Over 25 meters high, stands the most prominent granite
Greek pillar in Alexandria, built in 297 AD in honor of
Emperor Diocletian.
Al-Montazah Palace: After a long day of
sightseeing, Al Montazah Palace is the best place to
rest and reflect. Surrounded by endless greenery and
woods, overlooking the sea, one can sit to enjoy the sun
and utmost peacefulness.
Recommended: Visit Al Haramlek and Salamlek -now a 5
star hotel- but once used to be Egypt‘s Royal Family
summer residence.
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