Alexandria
Alexandria is of the most economic and military importance in Egypt. It is also the most historical area of Egypt.
The Administrative Center of the Province of Alexandria is the city of Alexandria, founded in 332 BC and is well known for 'Alexander the Great'.
Alexander of Macedon was in Egypt, for just six months, but left his tracks on this magnificent city. It hosts a harbour and a world-famous library.
It also previously hosted the famous 'Farossky Lighthouse', that's light was visible at a distance of 30 miles from the coast. It was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, but was destroyed in the XIV century by an earthquake.
Macedonia was proclaimed Pharaoh of Egypt, in the Oasis of Siwa, which is located about 300 km from Alexandria.
Properties available to rent or buy in Alexandria include; apartments, flats, and villas in residential complexes on the Mediterranean coast.
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