Alexandria

Alexandria, Egypt

From series “Famous Sunken Towns”

Alexandria is one of the oldest cities on the planet; amazing stories and legends about Cleopatra are associated with it. The important underwater attraction has been recently discovered by scientists off the coast of Alexandria. As it was found out after a large-scale study, Cleopatra's palace is hidden under water. According to scientists, it could be the location of the tombs of Cleopatra and Mark Antony; their exact location is still unknown.

Alexandria, Egypt
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Alexandria, Egypt Not far from fragments of the once magnificent palace there are ancient ruins of the Temple of Isis. The reason for these beautiful buildings to end up under the water is very simple - a few thousand years ago, Alexandria suffered a series of severe earthquakes, because of which part of its coastal area was flooded with water. Ruins of ancient Alexandria, which today can be seen under water, resemble luxurious exposition of the historical museum. #Columns of ancient buildings and beautiful sculptures, millennial bas-reliefs and works of art that once adorned the palace of Cleopatra rest on sea bottom. Experienced divers prefer to visit these places in summer, when water temperature is the most comfortable for diving and there is nothing to disturb from admiring underwater sights. It’s also worth noting that scientists have discovered and raised to the surface a lot of interesting artifacts, which are now represented in major museums of Egypt. Next - Heraklion

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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'The United Bank - ATM' located in 0.79 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Konokord' is located in 0.78 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Co-operation' in 0.77 km
Supermarket: 'Mohamed Metwaly' in 0.81 km
Parking: 'Helton' in 0.93 km
Apotheek: 'Dr. Aatef Emam' in 0.75 km
Police station: 'Noqtat Shortat Mahatat El Raml' in 1.58 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Silsilla' in 0.52 km
Railway station: 'El Raml Station' in 1.55 km

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