Alexandria:

History: Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC. It was Egypt’s capital during the Ptolemaic and Roman times.

Cultural significance: nicknamed the “Mediterranean bride”, which includes:

The sawari column (the latest trace from the Temple of Sarabiom).

Qaitbay Castle (built on the ruins of the ancient Alexandria Lighthouse).

Modern library (a revival of the famous old library).

The Roman Museum and the tombs of Kom El Shaqa.

Al-Fattat (Egypt’s first Muslim capital).