Architecture

In the 1930s, they were painted black to hide the effects of air pollution. The original colors were restored during conservation works in 2017-2021. The Victorian glass was also removed and replaced with a faithful reproduction made in Germany by glassmakers Glasfabrik Lamberts.

In the past, the palace belonged to the Habsburg family.

Construction of the bridge cost about $15 million.

The crown of the Statue is decorated with seven rays.

The second temple was much more significant, built with greater splendor, and it's supposed to be the first marble-made Greek temple.

One of the most picturesque parts of the castle is the throne room, inspired by Byzantine style and decorated with gold and marble.

Excavation began in 1748 and continues to this day.

Construction of the Leaning Tower began in 1173 and was completed two centuries later.

In 1994, French archaeologists discovered the remains of a lighthouse at the bottom of an estuary from Alexandria's port.

In the 1990s, a decision was made to revitalize the city based on the construction of an architectural icon.