Greco-Roman Museum, Alexandria
Neoclassical entrance to the Greco-Roman Museum of Alexandria.
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Bust of Serapis. Photo
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Coins from the Serapeum. Photo
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Basalt statue of Apis the bull from the Serapeum. Photo
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Porphyry statue. Photo
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Founded in 1892, the excellent Greco-Roman Museum in Alexandria displays a vast collection of fascinating finds from the city and surrounding region.
Housed behind a Neo-Classical facade bearing the Greek inscription MOYXEION (mouseion; "museum") are 27 halls of exhibits, primarily classical statues and sarcophagi, and an attractive garden. Notable among the exhibits are many finds from the Temple of Serapis, an important shrine in ancient Alexandria.
Quick Facts
Site Information |
| Names: | Greco-Roman Museum |
| Location: | Alexandria, Egypt |
| Category: | Museums |
| Faith: | Museum |
| Architecture: | Classical |
Visitor Information |
| Coordinates: | 31.199289° N, 29.907011° E (view on Google Maps) |
| Website: | www.grm.gov.eg |
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Article Sources
Article written by Holly Hayes with reference to the following sources:
- Greco-Roman Museum - official website
Article last updated: 10/27/2009.
