Marsa Matruh

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Marsa Matruh lies 290 km. West of Alexandria and 222 km. from Sallum. The distance from Cairo to Matrouh is 524 km. It lies on a bay on the Mediterranean and is distinguished by its seven km. long beach, which-as all visitors have testified-is one of the most beautiful in the world. The beach is famous for its white soft sands and calm transparent waters, for the bay is protected from the high seas by a series of rocks forming a natural wave-breaker, with a small opening to allow light vessels in. This beach dates back to the days of Alexander, the Macedonian, when it was known as "Paraetonium" and also as "Amunia". It said that Alexander the Great stopped there during his historical expedition to pay tribute, and sacrifice, to the god Amun, at Siwa, so that he becomes Amun's son and his rule be a historical continuation of the pharaohs. There are ruins of a temple from the time of Rameses II (1200 B.C.) in Matrouh. Monument and Tourist Sites Egyptian Fleet Anchorage Built the Ptolemies, the remains of the naval installations still stand west of the port. Coptic Chapel Built the early Coptic age, and contains several caves bearing inscriptions. Rommel's Hideout A cave, hewn in the rock, where Rommel drew up plans of his military operations. It has now been turned into a military museum. Beaches Ageebah Beach About 28 km. west of Marsa Matrouh, it is distinguished by its numerous natural caves and enchanting scenery.

The British Cemetery The German Cemetery: It is a fortress like memorial that was built on a high overlooking the sea. The Italian Cemetery: It is a high tower fort standing on a high hill. The walls of the building are covered with marble.