To add to traveler’s leisure and fun, important cities put up large, public areas for locals and tourists alike .  Parks and green areas are put up in certain locations to give visitors the feeling of relaxation they might have been deprived of daily working in their office and acquiring more and more tension . The Montazah Royal Gardens in Alexandria, Egypt are just such a place.

The Montazah Palace

Even though most of the area is in the vicinity of the royal home more popularly called the Muntazah Palace, majority of the space it occupied by the Montazah Royal Gardens.

The palace was constructed in the 1800s by Abbas II, and though additions have been made to the impressive structure (including two hotels) the majority of the area is free to use by the people of the city.

Located at the Mediterranean Sea

The Royal Gardens in Alexandria’s location is perfect for beach lovers visiting the area for its location is within the vicinity of the Mediterranean Sea. In fact, the property includes an enclosed cove, with a specially constructed bridge that permits the small pleasure boats to come easily in and out of the bay without any concerns of the rougher waters beyond the reach of the land.

The pleasantly erected lighthouse acts as a guide to boats finding a secure way of traversing to the cove.

The Royal Gardens in Alexandria are a bit unique where city parks and public spaces are concerned as they are rigorously landscaped, and well-stocked with benches and wading or swimming pools that are open for the public to enjoy.

The Haramlek

In addition to containing Montazah Royal Gardens on the grounds, the site is also home to the Haramlek which is the location of a casino and a museum.  Most travelers choose of the ancient city choose to stay in Salamlek, another luxury hotel found within the palace walls. 

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