Cathedral of Evangelismos, Alexandria

Name: Cathedral of Evangelismos
Address: Alexandria, Egypt

#36 among attractions in Alexandria

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The Holy Cathedral Church of the Annunciation of the Theotokos is a trilateral basilica which was founded in the middle of the 19th century in Alexandria, Egypt. Its ecclesiastical see is the Patriarchate of Alexandria and All Africa. The Holy Cathedral serves the Greek community of Alexandria. In the opinion of author Donald M. Reid, the cathedral was built in "neo-Gothic rather than neo-Byzantine style" The cathedral is located in Tahrir Square, Alexandria. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 31°11'43"N, 29°53'46"E

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Nearby attractions include: Pompey's Pillar, Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque, Kom El Deka, Alexandria National Museum.

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Large, architecturally notable mosque
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Archaeological site
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Egyptian history in an Italianate palace
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Synagogue
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Concerts and shows, Theater
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Memorial
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Museum
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Sacred and religious sites, Architecture, Church
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Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral of Evangelismos?

Nearby attractions include Senghor University, Alexandria (3 min walk), St. Catherine's Cathedral, Alexandria (3 min walk), Bahary, Alexandria (3 min walk), El Atareen, Alexandria (4 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral of Evangelismos by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral of Evangelismos:

Tram

St. Catherine Square (4 min walk)
Catherine (5 min walk)

Bus

محطة الرمل (13 min walk)
Al-Anfushi Bus Station (32 min walk)

Train

Masr station (17 min walk)
Mahattat al Qabbari (33 min walk)