مرحباً بكم في قسم المقالات التوثيقية لأرشيف الإسكندرية. يضم هذا القسم مجموعة واسعة من الدراسات والكتابات التاريخية والاجتماعية والثقافية التي تروي حكايات شوارع الإسكندرية العريقة ومبانيها التراثية القديمة. تعتمد هذه المقالات على وثائق أرشيفية وصور نادرة وتتم كتابتها ومراجعتها بواسطة نخبة من المؤرخين والباحثين والمساهمين المهتمين بحفظ الهوية السكندرية وتوثيق تطور المدينة عبر العصور المختلفة بدءاً من العصر الفرعوني والبطلمي وحتى العصر الحديث.
Welcome to the documentary articles section of the Alexandria Archive. This section features a wide collection of historical, social, and cultural studies narrating the stories of Alexandria's historic streets and heritage buildings. These articles rely on archival documents and rare photographs, written and reviewed by a network of historians, researchers, and contributors dedicated to preserving Alexandrian identity and documenting the city's evolution across various eras, from the Pharaonic and Hellenistic periods to the modern age.
Why are they afraid of the sea after sunset? — Alexandrian fishermen fear the sea after sunset due to reduced visibility and sudden changes in its nature, posing significant risks.
The sailor Mandi — Discover the story of El Bahar Mandi, an Alexandrian hero embodying resilience and love amidst the sea and Bahary district in the 1940s.
Seven Girls Street — Seven Girls Street in Alexandria, named in honor of seven Sisters of Charity, links the city's cosmopolitan history with popular tales.
Archived biography of Hamidou Al-Fares — The article explores the historical biography of "Hamido El-Fares" (Hamido the Knight), nicknamed the "Sultan of the Sea," who was one of the most renowned Fete
An old map of Alexandria — An old map of Alexandria shows the city's evolution from 30 BC to 2023, featuring the Heptastadion connecting Pharos Island to the mainland.
Charles Samhoun's house — Charles Samhoun's house in Raml Station's Adah area features an interior designed for women's movement, a lead-covered roof, air-ducted walls, Italian Carrara m
Safia Zaghloul Street — Discover the serene sunset at Safia Zaghloul Street in Alexandria, and learn about Safia Zaghloul, daughter of Mustafa Fahmy Pasha and wife of Saad Zaghloul, an
Attarin Mosque — Attarin Mosque, one of Alexandria's oldest mosques, was built after the Islamic conquest and renovated by Badr al-Din al-Jamali in 477 AH.
Plaza Cinema — Plaza Cinema in Alexandria, established in 1911 by the Lebanese Qardahi family, is one of Egypt's oldest cinemas and remains closed.
Ottoman Sultan Bank — The Ottoman Imperial Bank building, constructed in 1866 in Consuls Square, Alexandria, was originally designed as a residence for the Ottoman Sultan before beco
Statue of Khedive Ismail — The statue of Khedive Ismail, sculpted by Pietro Canonica, was moved from Mansheya to Kom El Dikka after being part of the Unknown Soldier memorial.
Cecil Hotel — The Cecil Hotel, built in 1929 with an elegant Florentine design, was one of Alexandria's most luxurious hotels, hosting celebrities before its nationalization
Fouad Street — Fouad Street is one of Alexandria's oldest and most prestigious streets, dating back to the Ptolemaic era, known for its Greek and Italianate architecture.
Waterfall Gardens — Alexandria's Waterfall Gardens, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted in 1899, contain remains of towers, cisterns, and the ancient wall of Alexandria.
Lycée School — Founded in 1909 by the French Consul, Lycée d'Alexandria was nationalized in 1961 and houses a national theater reopened in 2007.
Raml Station 🤍 — Raml Station in Alexandria is an ancient area with European-style streets retaining oriental charm, featuring historical landmarks, old streets, and famous squa
Faculty of Science building — Rare photos of the current Faculty of Science building, formerly Abbasiya School, used as Hospital No. 15 by the English Army in World War I.
Karmouz area — Karmouz is one of Alexandria's oldest working-class neighborhoods, representing the city's origin and the ancient village of Rhakotis, featuring Roman landmarks
Raya and Sakina — Raya and Sakina, the first two women executed in modern Egyptian history, became famous and inspired many artistic works.
Al Manar Girls' Language School — Al-Manar Girls' Language School, formerly Saint Andrew's Scottish School, was established in 1925 on Amin Fikry Street.
Al-Mandara Windmill — Al-Mandara Windmill, built in 1807 by order of Muhammad Ali Pasha to facilitate grain milling, is a 20-meter high cylindrical white limestone tower.
Pavilion — Au Pavillon De Florelle, Alexandria's oldest flower shop established in 1920 on Fouad Street, witnessed historical events and hosted celebrities and kings.
Mashrabiya — The mashrabiya, a symbol of Bahri's rich heritage, is a traditional Arab architectural component from the 6th century AH, providing natural cooling, privacy, an
Al-Tawsil Street — Explore a neglected historical house on Al-Tawsil Street in Alexandria's Bahari district, featuring inscriptions of Egypt's Khedive and its owner, now facing co
Fish ring — Alexandria's fish ring, established in 1834, gathered fishmongers, transformed into a military barracks during WWI, and is now undergoing a comprehensive develo
Oldest cypress — Alexandria's oldest shipyard, established by Muhammad Ali Pasha in 1826, features 64 workshops building and repairing ships using Egyptian woods.
Eastern Port — The Eastern Harbor of Alexandria, one of the world's oldest ports, contains submerged antiquities, historical sites, and is a vital trade center, with efforts t
Al-Shurbaji Mosque — Al-Shurbaji Mosque, one of Alexandria's oldest and largest mosques in the Turkish Quarter, dates back to the Ottoman era in 1171 AH (1785 CE).
Women's Court — An abandoned building on Martyr Mustafa Hafez Street was a Sharia court known as the Women's Court for personal status cases, abolished in 1956.
Sidi al-Mursi Abu al-Abbas Mosque — Sidi al-Mursi Abu al-Abbas Mosque in Alexandria, founded in 1775, overlooks the Mediterranean Sea and houses the tomb of Abu al-Abbas and his sons, undergoing s
Turbana Mosque — Turbana Mosque, built in 1684 CE during the Ottoman era, is a famous hanging mosque in Alexandria with two prayer floors and ancient Roman columns.
Qardahi House — Discover Qardahi House, a unique French architectural masterpiece in Tahrir Square, Mansheya, built in 1926 with a distinctive red facade.
Ali Tamraz Mosque — Ali Tamraz Mosque, one of Alexandria's oldest, built in 1854 and renovated in 1941, features unique Islamic architectural decorations and an ornate mihrab.
Villa Mohammed Faytar — Villa Mohamed Feter, an Italian-style building in Alexandria, is 110 years old and features a royal crown with M and F inscriptions.
Alexandria Cotton Exchange — The Alexandria Cotton Stock Exchange was among the strongest international exchanges due to the unique quality of Egyptian cotton and high global demand.
EGC School 🏫 — EGC School, one of Alexandria's oldest, opened in 1935, moved to Shatby, was English-administered, and nationalized in 1956.
Mohamed Rashwan — Mohamed Rashwan, an Alexandrian judo legend born in 1956, won numerous awards including the Sportsmanship Award and the Imperial Order of Japan.
Baron Palace Mensha — Baron Menasce Palace, an architectural masterpiece in Alexandria's Moharram Bek district, was owned by Baron de Menasce, who headed the Jewish community in Alex
Dr. Muhammad Shakir — Mohamed Shaker, an Alexandrian artist born in 1947, earned degrees in fine arts, received 26 awards, and participated in local and international exhibitions.
Sayed Darwish — Sayed Darwish, the People's Artist, born in Alexandria in 1892, began his career singing for workers, traveled to Syria, and composed for musical theater.
The Mix 🤍 — Discover the Red Locanda in Al-Mex, a unique 200-year-old building with Islamic and Greek design, used for art parties, then a residence, and featured in Egypti
The writer Tawfiq al-Hakim — Tawfiq al-Hakim, pioneer of mental theater and founder of contemporary Egyptian drama, born in Alexandria in 1898, left a rich literary legacy.
waterfall wall — The Walls of Al-Shalalat, an important Islamic archaeological landmark in Alexandria, were built for city protection from Alexander the Great to the Mamluk era,
Director Youssef Chahine — Youssef Chahine, a pioneering Egyptian director born in Alexandria in 1926, whose diverse films and international success were shaped by the city's multicultura
The story of the word "pharmacy" — Explore the origin of the Turkish word "Ajzakhana," meaning pharmacy or house of medicine, composed of Arabic and Persian roots.
The water carrier's profession — The water carrier profession involved transporting water from reservoirs and rivers to mosques, schools, and homes before modern development, gradually disappea
The story of the word Krakon — Explore the origin of the Turkish word "Karakon" in Egyptian colloquial dialect, meaning police station, and its influence on place names like Karakol Street.
The poet Constantine Cavafy — Constantine Cavafy, a distinguished Greek poet born in Egypt in 1863, lived in Alexandria, worked as a clerk, and dedicated his life to poetry until his death i
Gendarmerie military — The Derk, a police officer from the Ottoman era until 1952, pursued criminals, maintained security, and assisted the needy.
Shadia — Shadia, an Egyptian actress and singer of Turkish descent, began her artistic career at 16, known for comedic and dramatic roles.
bosta — Discover the Italian origin of the word «bosta», meaning mail or post office, and its journey into Arabic with diverse uses.
Mohamed Karim — Mohamed Karim, governor of Alexandria, resisted the French campaign, organized popular resistance, and was martyred in 1798.
Rubabikia — Discover the Italian origin of the word "Roba Bikia" and its evolution into a popular trade for old and used items in Egypt.
Ahmed Ziwar Pasha — Ahmed Ziwar Pasha, a historical Alexandrian figure born in 1864, held judicial and ministerial positions, issued the Egyptian Nationality Law, and died in 1945.
The story of the word pension — Explore the story of the word pension, its meaning in French and Arabic, and how old Cairo's pensions brought the city to life at night through Karim's project.