Mersa Matrouh, Egypt

Located on the northern coast of Egypt, Mersa Matrouh, Egypt is the place where Egyptians themselves head when they want a break from the heat. It allows access to several resorts.

The Beaches of Mersa

Mersa Matrouh is 524 km from Cairo, 290 km west of Alexandria, and 222 km from Sallum. Its claim to fame is its breath-taking, 7 km long Mediterranean beach. Visitors proclaim this beach to be among the most beautiful in the world. The beach is not only acclaimed for its soft, white sands and crystal-clear waters, but for the natural bay in which it resides. A series of rocks form a wall that protects the bay from the open sea, but with a narrow passage that permits the entry of light vessels.

This beach was originally known as "Paraetonium" (as well as "Amunia"), and dates back to the days of Alexander. It is reported that Alexander the Great paused there at Siwa to pay tribute and make a sacrifice to the god Amun, facilitating his claim of being Amun's son. Thereafter his rule becomes a historical continuation of the pharaohs.

At Matrouh you will also find the ruins of a temple from the time of Rameses II (1200 BC).

Monuments and Tourist Sites

Egyptian Fleet Anchorage
To the west of the port stand the remains of the naval installations built by the Ptolemies.

Coptic Chapel
Built in the early Coptic age, it houses several caves lined with inscriptions.

Rommel's Hideout
This is the cave where Rommel drew up the plans for his military operations. Hewn in rock, it is now a military museum.

Mediterranean Beaches

Ageebah Beach
This beach is about 28 km west of Mersa Matrouh. It is known for its enchanting scenery and many natural caves.

Al-Abyad Beach
This beach is only about 20 km west of Mersa Matrouh. Many believe it's even more beautiful than the Mersa Matrouh beach.

Places to Visit

Marina Ruins - Alamein
This ancient city, the largest archaeological city dig other than Alexandria, was only discovered in 1985. It is made up of baths, tombs, temples, and nobles' houses, all dating from the Graeco-Roman period.

The British Cemetery
At first you see nothing more than what appears to be a fanced garden. Upon closer inspection you will note thousands of rock-hewn tombstones standing in straight rows.

The German Cemetery
Constructed high on a hill overlooking the sea, it is a fortress-like memorial.

The Italian Cemetery
Also constructed on a high hill, it is a high-tower fort. The building's walls are covered with marble.

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