Alexandria National Museum

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The Alexandria National Museum, located in Alexandria, Egypt, is a treasure trove of the city's rich history and cultural heritage. Housed in an elegant Italianate mansion that once belonged to a wealthy timber merchant, the museum opened its doors to the public in 2003. It features a diverse collection of artifacts spanning from the Pharaonic era, through the Greco-Roman period, and into the Islamic and Coptic periods. Visitors can explore over 1,800 pieces that include ancient statues, jewelry, and pottery, all meticulously curated to tell the story of Alexandria's illustrious past.

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