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Alexandria was just about the most important city in the ancient world. It had an ideal location for climate and trade. It had the Lighthouse, one of the wonders of the ancient world and two harbors. It had the famous Library and the schools connected with it. The city itself was laid out with wide streets and open spaces and urban sprawl was strictly controlled. In other words, the capital city of the Ptolemies was the ideal city.
Alexandria is a city of northern Egypt on the Mediterranean Sea at the Western tip of the Nile delta. It was founded by Alexander the great in 332 B.C. and became a repository of Jewish ,Arabic and Hellenistic culture famous for its extensive libraries. Its Pharaohs (light house) was one of the seven wonders of the world. The population of Alexandria is 4,110,000.By: Sara Salem
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Where was the most important port in the Hellenistic world?
Alexandria, Egypt.
Where did Saint Catherine of Alexandria live?
Catherine of Alexandria was from Alexandria, Egypt.
Where did Cleopatra live when she ruled?
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ON Which continent is Alexandria Egypt?
Alexandria, Egypt is in Africa.
On which continent is Alexandria Egypt located?
Alexandria, Egypt is in Africa.
Is there anybody named Alexandria in greek myths?
No, Alexandria is an important city in ancient Egypt, named after Alexander the Great who conquered Persia. Today it is the second largest city in Egypt.
Is Alexandria a town or city in Egypt?
Alexandria is a city in Egypt. There are actually seven Alexandria's in the world. ( cities )
What is the distance between Alexandria Egypt and Siwa Egypt?
The distance from alexandria to Siwa i
Where was hypatia of Alexandria born?
Alexandria (Egypt)
Where did hypatia of Alexandria born?
Hypatia of Alexandria was born in Alexandria, Egypt around 370 A.D. and died in Alexandria, Egypt on March of 415 A.D.
What region is Alexandria located in?
Alexandria is located in the Northern region of Egypt, along the Mediterranean coast.
Is Alexandria part of ancient Egypt?
Yes. Alexandria is a part of ancient Egypt. It is the second-largest city in Egypt.
