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Alexandria, Egypt Overview

The Pearl of the Mediterranean has an ambiance more in keeping with its neighbors to the north than with those in the Middle East. Site of Pharos lighthouse, one of the Wonders of the World, and of... more » The Pearl of the Mediterranean has an ambiance more in keeping with its neighbors to the north than with those in the Middle East. Site of Pharos lighthouse, one of the Wonders of the World, and of Anthony and Cleopatra’s tempestuous romance, the city was founded by Alexander the Great in 331BC. Today, Alexandria offers fascinating insights into its proud Greek past, as well as interesting mosques, the casino strip of the Corniche, some lovely gardens and both modern and heritage hotels. « less
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Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria

5 of 5 stars
Lexington, Kentucky
Jul 15, 2008

My family stayed in a suite. The accommodations were amazing, and the service was even better. After check-in we found a personal card from the Manager in our room, a bowl of fruit and some arabic...more

Sofitel Cecil Alexandria

4 of 5 stars
Manchester, UK
Jul 10, 2008

i stayed here last year (july 07) with a friend for a night and it was a really nice clean hotel. its old school but thats the charm of the place in my opinion. check the lifts out:) the breakfast...more

Abo sha2ra

5 of 5 stars
Manchester, UK
Jul 10, 2008

i ate here when i visited last year. the food was really good and a wide variety. the portions were really large. more

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