Alexandria Should Definitely be a Part of your Private Tour in Egypt

Lying peacefully on the shores of the Mediterranean is the beautiful city of Alexandria; the biggest and most popular city right after Cairo the capital. Alexandria’s historic significance dates back to the 331 BC, when it was founded by Alexander the Great, and has served as the Roman and Byzantine Capital for 1000 years. The city of Alexandria is a melting pot where the Greek culture collided with the Egyptian charm, forming an exotic civilization with an enigma that’s worth unraveling. Below we’ve gathered the top sites you have to visit during your stay in Alexandria in time of your private tour in Egypt…

Citadel of Qaitbay

We recommend the Citadel/Fort of Qaitbay to be your first stop in Alexandria during your private tour in Egypt. The Fort of Qaitbay was built in 1477 AD by Sultan Al Ashraf Sayf Al Deen Qa’t Bay at the Eastern harbor of the Pharos Island, on the exact site and from the remains of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. The Citadel of Qaitbay is considered one of the strongest and most impressive fortification constructions in the world, and remained as a symbol of military strength throughout the Mameluke period.

Montazah Palace and Gardens

Another must-visit site is this sophisticated spacious complex of buildings and gardens. Escaping the heat of Cairo, in 1892 Khedive Abbas Hilmy built the Salamlek Palace , the first construction in the Montazah Palace area, to spend the summer season by the sea. Then years later in 1932, King Fuad I extended the complex by building the Haramlik Palace and royal gardens. The Florentine twist added to the Pseudo-Moorish architecture style will take you back in time. Have a journey back to the golden era through visiting Montazah Palace – Alexandria, during your private tour in Egypt.

Stanley Bridge

You can’t visit Alexandria without having a walk on Stanley Bridge. Influenced by Islamic architecture, Stanley Bridge is one of the most popular landmarks in Alexandria, where you can enjoy the panoramic scenery of the sea and get a true taste of the authentic Alexandrian vibe. The Stanley Bridge isn’t just popular for tourists, but it’s also a preferred spot to locals; you can observe fishermen lining up over the 400 meters bridge, in addition to lovebirds and friends enjoying the breezy weather and indulging in all sorts of snacks and drinks.

Pompey’s Pillar

Pompey’s Pillar of Alexandria is the only Roman triumphal column of its kind in the middle east, and the largest of its kind outside of Rome. The Pompey’s pillar was built around 297 AD in honor of Diocletian, the Roman Emperor and his victory over an Alexandrian revolt back then. The 27-meter-long pillar was visited and described by the Iconic Traveler Ibn Battuta in 1326 AD, telling the story of an archer who climber the pillar using robe he shot up towards the pillar. And now you can create your own tale by visiting this astonishing site during your Private Tour in Egypt.

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