Alexandria was known in ancient times as the capital of Egypt and was dubbed the “Bride of the Mediterranean”. It was built by Alexander the Great and is therefore named after it. It is the second largest city in Egypt after Cairo. , So tourism in Alexandria is one of the most important things that attract tourists from all over the world, to enjoy seeing the magnificent places, the ancient Pharaonic museums and the newly built monuments. Tourism in Alexandria Alexandria has many famous tourist attractions, including Pharaonic museums, religious sites and various entertainment venues, as well as many well known international beaches, which are frequented by tourists from all over the world. Among the distinctive tourist spots in Alexandria are the following: