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It was the second largest urban area in ancient Egypt by size and population. It is the biggest sea port in Egypt and was founded by Alexander the great.

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Does Alexandria in Egypt still exist?

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Where can a person find a listing of luxury hotels in Alexandria?

There are many places where one could find a listing of luxury hotel in the city of Alexandria. There are many places in the city of Alexandria, Virginia like the Candlewood Suites.


Is Alexandria a town or city in Egypt?

Alexandria is a city in Egypt. There are actually seven Alexandria's in the world. ( cities )


Who created the city Alexandria?

Alexander the Great created the city called Alexandria


Which continent is the city of Alexandria located in?

Alexandria is a city in Egypt. It is located in Africa.


When was Alexandria City Hall created?

Alexandria City Hall was created in 1871.


What was the city of Alexandria called?

Alexandria was founded by Alexander the Great at 332 BCE in the Nile delta. Alexander's intention was to build a city that would supersede the famous at his time Naucratis a port city 72 kilometers southern than the new city of Alexandria which became the capital city of Ptolemy after the death of Alexander.


What is the biggest city after Cairo kena or Alexandria?

Alexandria


Is Alexandrianism the literary style of the writers in the city of Alexandria?

The literacy of the writer in the city of Alexandria


Is Shreveport a town in Alexandria?

No...Alexandria is a city in Louisiana. So is Shreveport


Did Cleopatra have a capital?

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What made the city of Alexandria important?

Alexandria is an important city because it borders an ocean and it has a mixture of many cultures.