Reviving Greek Cultural Heritage in Alexandria: A Heritage Trail proposal | ||
| The Scientific Journal of the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Alexandria University | ||
| Volume 22, Issue 1, June 2025, Pages 168-188 PDF (1.33 M) | ||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/thalexu.2025.392054.1145 | ||
| Authors | ||
| Heba Mahmoud Saad1; Alaa Saber Saleh2; Rowan Mustafa Mohammed3; Sara Mostafa Ragab* 4 | ||
| 1Tourist Guiding department, faculty of Tourism & Hotels, Alexandria university. | ||
| 2Tourist Guiding department, Faculty of Tourism & hotels, Alexandria University | ||
| 3Faculty of Tourism & hotels, Alexandria University | ||
| 4Tourist Guiding department, faculty of tourism and hotels, Alexandria University | ||
| Abstract | ||
| This research explores the legacy of the Greek community in Alexandria, which was the largest foreign community that left a lasting impact on the city’s architecture, economy, and cultural life. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, the Greek population, which included artisans and skillful workers together with engineers, architects, merchants, and other influential figures, played a key role in shaping Alexandria’s multicultural identity. Therefore, the study examines unique Greek buildings that vary between schools, villas, homes, orphanages, cinemas, cafes, and businesses to highlight both the tangible and intangible heritage of the Greek community. The study proposes a heritage trail that connects major Greek landmarks across the city and serves as a way to preserve such valuable heritage and share its cultural value with the public. Moreover, the research promotes a more inclusive and comprehensive understanding of Alexandria’s past and encourages valorizing the cultural diversity that has shaped the city. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Greek community; Alexandria heritage (cosmopolitan); heritage trail; urban memory; cultural preservation | ||
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