Top 5 Spots You Have to Check Out in Alexandria, Egypt

Alexandria, Egypt. Photo by Flo P on Unsplash

Alexandria usually doesn’t get as much attention as Cairo and Luxor, but it’s still one of Egypt’s most beautiful and historically significant spots. A single glance at these five magical places will convince you to put this city on your bucket list.

Citadel of Qaitbay

Built on the Mediterranean sea coast in the 15th century, this defensive fortress now has a naval museum on its premises and it offers some of the most stunning views in the entire city.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

The Library of Alexandria was one of the most significant libraries of the ancient world, and its spirit lives on in this modern cultural center in Alexandria.

Montaza Palace

Nature and architecture lovers will equally admire this magnificent royal palace. It was built in Ottoman and Florentine style during the 1930s and features a lavish public garden.

Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

The tombs of the Antonine emperors have been around since the 2nd century, and they have been listed as one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages.

Pompey’s Pillar

Located inside the ancient Greek temple of Serapeum, this Roman triumphal column with sphinxes is one of the rare well-preserved historical artifacts on its premises.