Italy to Alexandria

Rome is the capital city of Italy and of Lazio as well. It is also the country's largest and the most populated city in the European Union in terms of population within city limits. Rome is located in the main central-western portion of Italian Peninsula, on the Tiber midst Lazio region of Italy. The city is referred to as “The Eternal City”, a belief signified by famous ancient Roman poets and writers. Rome is the national capital city of Italy. It is the main seat of the Italian Government and the official residences of the President of the Italian Republic and the Italian Prime Minister. The city experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild, humid winters and warm and dry summers. Rome is renowned for its statues, which are magnificent and display architecture that is subtle patterned at the hands of an ingenuous artists. Being the capital city of Italy, it hosts all the major institutions of the nation such as the Presidency of the Republic, the government, the Parliament, the main judicial Courts, and the diplomatic representatives of all the countries for the states of Italy and the Vatican City. Rome today is famous for its magnificent tourist destinations of the world, due to the innumerable infinity of its archaeological and aesthetic treasures, as well as for the beauty of its exclusive traditions, the charm of its breathtaking views, and the grandeur of its elevated “villas”(parks). The city is a major and the most famous archaeological hub. Rome is one of the world's main centres of archaeological research. Here, some of the famous cultural and research institutes are located such as the American Academy and The Swedish Institute. MakeMyTrip.com is a leading online travel portal where you can do online air ticket booking which will save your time and money as well. You can get detailed information about the city, major attractions and transportation services. Here, one can get profitable deals from which you can choose the best offer as per your decided budget. So, pack your important stuff and get ready to enjoy a wonderful trip with family and friends.

‘The Pearl of the Mediterranean’- Alexandria lies picturesquely on the coast of Mediterranean Sea. The second largest city in Egypt after Cairo, Alexandria boasts of a glorious history that dates back to 331 BC, the time when Alexander the Great founded it. The majority of the attractions of the city are those, which were established in ancient times. Some of the most poplar among them are Citadel of Qaitbay, Kom el-Shouqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, Roman Theatre and Presidential Palace. With a spellbinding collection of more than 1800 archaeological artefacts that belong to the Graeco-Roman period and Coptic and Islamic era, the Alexandria National Museum stands as one of the most amazing attractions of the city. Other interesting museums of the city are Graeco-Roman Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, and Royal Jewellery Museum. The presence of gorgeous bays and harbours adds immeasurable beauty to this city. The harbour of Abu-Qir and the crescent-shaped Alexandrian Eastern Harbour are the most ideal ones to visit. What’s more, the long coastal stretch from Maamoura in the east to the Agamy Beach in the west of Alexandria is speckled with a number of beaches that tempt tourists from all over the world. MakeMyTrip offers a range of Alexandria tour packages for making travel and stay convenient for visitors.