Boats in front of Citadel of Qaitbay, Alexandria, Egypt - stock photo

Alexandria, Egypt - November 15, 2018 : The citadel of Qaitbay stands on the site of the ancient lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Medieval style, this citadel was built to protect the city but it now houses a museum where war remains are exhibited. This place, rich in history, is very popular with tourists and offers a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean and the corniche. we see many boats of all sizes facing the citadel. The boats are both pleasure boats and fishing boats passing through or docked. There is really a lot of activity at this marina. Strategically positioned, 3 sides of the citadel are surrounded by the sea. Near the ramparts, there are a lot of pleasure boats which are are docked in this historic environment.