Alexandria - Wikipedia
WEBAlexandria (/ ˌ æ l ɪ ɡ ˈ z æ n d r i ə,-ˈ z ɑː n-/ AL-ig-ZA(H)N-dree-ə; Arabic: الإسكندرية; Greek: Ἀλεξάνδρεια, Coptic: Ⲣⲁⲕⲟϯ - Rakoti or ⲁⲗⲉⲝⲁⲛⲇⲣⲓⲁ) is the second largest city in Egypt and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast. It lies at …
Alexandria, Virginia - Wikipedia
WEBEducation. Transportation. Notable people. In popular culture. Sister cities. See also. References. Further reading. Alexandria, Virginia. Coordinates: 38°49′13″N 77°03′01″W. Alexandria is an independent city in the northern region of …
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WEBFounded in 1749 and boasting the nation’s third oldest historic district, Alexandria hums with a cosmopolitan feel. Stroll Old Town Alexandria’s King Street mile to find more than 200 independent restaurants and boutiques plus intimate historic museums and new happenings at the waterfront.
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WEB2 days ago · Welcome to the City of Alexandria Homepage! | City of Alexandria, VA. NEWS. FEATURED NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS. City Council Adopts FY2025 Budget. On May 1, the Alexandria City Council unanimously adopted a Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 General Fund Operating Budget of $926.4 million, which represents a 4.8% increase …
Alexandria | History, Population, Map, & Facts | Britannica
WEBMar 28, 2024 · Alexandria, major city and urban governorate in Egypt. Once among the greatest cities of the Mediterranean world and a center of Hellenic scholarship and science, Alexandria was the capital of Egypt from its founding by Alexander the Great in 332 BCE until its surrender to Arab forces in 642 CE.
18 Best Things to Do in Alexandria, Virginia (2024 Guide)
WEBDec 13, 2023 · Founded in 1749, Alexandria, Virginia, boasts a rich history and is one of my favorite destinations in Virginia (it is such a good weekend break!). Once home to George Washington, the city’s Old Town area showcases beautifully preserved 18th- and 19th-century architecture along the iconic King Street.
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WEBThings to Do in Alexandria, VA. Whether you’re spending a long weekend or making a day trip from Washington, D.C., you’re in for an unforgettable experience in Alexandria, Virginia, voted one of Travel + Leisure’s Best Cities in the U.S 2023and one of The South’s Best Cities 2024by Southern Living.
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