Alexandria
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Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia
It is most famous in antiquity as the site of the Pharos, the great lighthouse, considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, for the Temple of Serapis, the Serapion, which was part of the legendary library at Alexandria, as a seat of learning and, once, the largest and most prosperous city in the world.May 2, 2018
If you happen to find yourself in Cairo and have one more day to spare, Alexandria in Egypt is worth a visit. Unlike Giza, it does not have momentous monuments like the Pyramids to show for, but it does have a great waterfront view, and is a refuge from the chaos of downtown Cairo.Aug 28, 2016
French troops stormed the city on July 2, 1798 and it remained in their hands until the British victory at the Battle of Alexandria on March 21, 1801, following which the British besieged the city which fell to them on 2 September 1801.
5&6/21 Fountain St
Closes soon ⋅ 3PM
Casual · Good for kids · Groups
shop 8/2-10 Fountain St
Closed ⋅ Opens 4:30PM
Outdoor seating · Cosy · Casual