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Port Said is located in northeast Egypt, a port city on the northwestern Mediterranean coast near the Suez Canal. It is the capital of Port Said Governorate. The city’s economy is based on fishing, as well as industries such as chemicals, food processing, and tobacco. Port Said is an important port for Egypt’s exports of cotton, rice, and other products, and it also serves as a refueling station for ships passing through the Suez Canal.
Many people consider Port Said to be the most beautiful city in Egypt. It is a summer resort for Egyptians, with both public and private beaches, a variety of museums, and striking landmarks. The city features numerous old-fashioned buildings, each with spacious balconies that give it a unique charm. The Port Said Lighthouse, the city’s most important landmark and tourist attraction, was built in 1869, stands at 56 meters tall, and was designated a national historic monument of Egypt in 2011. In addition to the lighthouse, the city offers attractions such as the Martyrs’ Memorial, the Modern Art Museum of Port Said, the National Museum of Port Said, and the Military Museum of Port Said.
Port Said
Reason to visit: Famous summer resort in Egypt
Continent: Africa
Country: Egypt
Governorate: Port Said Governorate
City: Port Said
