When you go on holiday in Egypt you’ll probably think of one of two places to stay. You’ll either opt for somewhere like Sharm el Sheikh, one of the most popular resorts the country has to offer, or you’ll go for accommodation close to where the famous Pyramids or the Sphinx are located.

But there is another option that is well worth considering, and that is Alexandria. This is a city and in fact there is only one city larger than Alexandria in the whole of Egypt. It may not sound like an amazing place to stay in the country, but you would be surprised by the options it gives you.

For starters there are some spectacular beaches here. Beaches and cities never seem to go together do they? But Alexandria shows you just how wonderfully and effectively it can be done when the location is just right.

If you like a spot of relaxing walking during your holiday you can sample the delights of the Corniche as well. This is a promenade that can be accessed from various points in the city. No matter where you are, if you make your way towards the sea you’ll find yourself coming out on some point of the promenade itself. It is a wonderful way to spend an hour or two just wandering along and drinking in the relaxing atmosphere.

But as with many cities you also have the opportunity to delve into Alexandria’s past. The Romans once ruled the city long ago in the past for example, and you can still see signs of the time they spent there now.

You can even see a Sphinx in Alexandria, although it is not as big or grand as the one near the Pyramids. It is made from granite that is pink in colour though, so it does stand out for one very good reason!

There is a Roman amphitheatre here too, albeit the remains of it, so that gives you something else to see among the modern side of Alexandria. So regardless of what you want from an Egyptian holiday you will be bound to enjoy the delights that Alexandria has to share with you.