Egypt aims to rewrite the map of Mediterranean tourism through an unprecedented urban project. New Alamein, the mega-city on the Mediterranean coast, is envisioned as a modern and sustainable metropolis, designed to rival the classic holiday destinations of Europe – Greece, Italy and Spain.
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New Alamein, the 183 billion dollar “jewel” PHOTO: X/ @AfricaViewFacts
The project, estimated at 183 billion dollars, promises to become “the crown of the Mediterranean coast” and a symbol of Egypt’s modernity. The city spans over 50,000 acres and has about 60 kilometers of coastline in Marsa Matrouh Governorate on the Alexandria-Matrouh International Highway, according to Greek Reporter.
A city for tourists and locals
Unlike the private resorts in the area, New Alamein was conceived as a city open to the public, where tourists and residents share the same modern urban space.
“The city will reduce pressure on the capital Cairo, providing a housing alternative for millions of Egyptians“, authorities say. Once completed, New Alamein is expected to house more than three million people.
The first phase of the project, already underway, covers 8,000 acres and includes housing for approximately 400,000 residents. The Egyptian authorities emphasize that the city will become a model of urban development of the fourth generation, with modern technologies, ecological infrastructure and intelligent public transport.
Three distinct sectors
New Alamein is organized into three main areas. The first is the international tourism sector, which includes modern hotels and beaches. The second area is the historical and archaeological, designed to capitalize on the cultural heritage of the El Alamein area, famous for the battles of the Second World War. The third zone is urban and residential, intended for both locals and investors.
Like the coasts of Italy or Greece, the city impresses with its white sand beaches, deep blue water and mild Mediterranean climate.
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Towers, universities and a “city of arts”
In addition to tourism infrastructure, the plans include office buildings, shopping malls, universities and a “City of Culture and Arts”, a complex with a Roman theatre, production studios, opera house and cinema.
Spectacular towers such as the North Edge Towers and The Gate are already rising along the coast, which will redefine the silhouette of the Egyptian coast. More than 30 developers have received permits to build more than 30,000 hotel rooms, aimed at attracting international tourists.
Egypt’s ambition: a new Mediterranean tourist pole
New Alamein is not only a holiday destination, but also a statement of intent for Egypt regarding its urban and tourism future. With modern infrastructure, green areas, cultural spaces and beaches comparable to Amalfi, Santorini or Costa Brava, the city aims to turn northern Egypt into a global attraction.
Egyptian officials describe New Alamein as a flagship project, intended to “changes the perception of the Egyptian coastline” and bring the Mediterranean closer to the heart of Africa through a combination of luxury, culture and urban innovation.
