Alexandria - the city that changed the world, Egypt.
   Alexandria was one of the most important cities of the #ancient world. Founded by #AlexandertheGreat in 331 BC. on the coast of #Egypt, the city was the capital of the #Ptolemaickingdom, being a center of #Hellenistic #culture and #science. 
   The city of #Alexandria occupies a rocky isthmus located between the #MediterraneanSea and #LakeMariout. The old city is buried under the modern city and archeology is progressing especially with urban planning works.
  Also called the "Pearl of the #Mediterranean", the city is famous for its ingenious mix of ancient and modern. ❤️

CREDIT: Egypt Lovers Around The World.
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