كفر الشيخ الزهور

To the east of Alexandria lies the town of Kafr Ash Shaikh (Kafr El Shaikh). Whilst the town is not a tourist destination in itself, it is a good base for exploring the area. The famous Valley of the Queens is a mere 22 miles away and if you fancy a day at the beach the Baltim Resort is just under an hour’s drive from the town. Kafr Ash Shaykh also lies only one hour away from the beautiful city of Alexandria. Full of historic attractions and known for the Pharos Lighthouse that used to stand at the site of Fort Qaitbey, the city is full of things to see. If you are getting a bit tired of the dust and ruins and seek shelter from the heat of the day then head straight to Montazah Gardens. A veritable oasis in modern day Alexandria, the beautifully tended palace gardens offer shade amongst lush palms and colourful flowers, and there is even a little beach at the end. The gardens are the best place to seek solace from the noise and goings on in modern day Alexandria, and are a favourite place for locals and tour groups alike to take a stroll amongst its beautiful plants and flowers.