Well, when it comes to cities, Alexandria is definitely my topic. It is located in the northern part of Egypt, of Egypt. And as they call it, it is a coastal gem. And uh, knowing that it is located, uh, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, it has a kind of very nice mediterranean climate with not so hot summers and mild winters. However, winters now are heavier than before due to climate change. I guess, uh, also Theris is coming from the sea is very refreshing and adds a very nice touch to the cityi’s ambience. And there is some kind of tradition maybe or something that is really unique to people living in Alexandria. And I have no idea whether this is the same for, for the other coastal uh, mediterranean cities. But people there like to attribute so many positive things, like positive moods, good health to the aroma coming from the sea. And we like to believe that this aroma is coming from the a. It’s an aodine aroma, while it’s, while it actually comes from the marine organisms. And um, this is the thing that I really like, um, about Alexandria that people had, they have their own kind of uh, thinking andet interpreting, uh, this phenomena. Um, what I like the most about Alexandria, uh, beside the fact that it is my hometown or used to be my hometown, is uh, that it was historically known for being cosmopolitan and multicultural city, um, from the greek era to the first.
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Well, when it comes to cities, Alexandria is definitely my favorite. It's located in the northern part of Egypt, on the Mediterranean coast. They call it a coastal gem, and it truly is. Being situated overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, it enjoys a lovely Mediterranean climate with mild summers and not-too-cold winters. However, winters have become a bit harsher than before due to climate change. The sea breeze is very refreshing and adds a wonderful touch to the city's atmosphere. There's a unique tradition in Alexandria, I'm not sure if it's the same in other Mediterranean coastal cities, but people there attribute many positive things, like good moods and health, to the aroma coming from the sea. They believe it's an iodine aroma, though it actually comes from marine organisms. I love this aspect of Alexandria, how people have their own way of interpreting and understanding this phenomenon. Besides being my hometown, what I love most about Alexandria is its historical reputation as a cosmopolitan and multicultural city. From the Greek era to the first centuries of the Roman Empire, it was a melting pot of cultures, attracting people from all over the world. This rich history is evident in its architecture, museums, and even the everyday life of its people. Alexandria is a city that truly embraces its past and present, making it a vibrant and fascinating place to visit and call home.
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