Port Said is Egypt's third most important city, second seaport and the entry point of the Suez Canal by the Mediterranean Sea. Port Said has a cosmopolitan heritage appears especially in its various architectural styles for its buildings.
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Being the first building to be constructed with concrete iron and cement in the whole world, The Old Lighthouse of Port Said is one of the most important monuments in the city with an important historical significance.
It consists of several halls that showcase several battles fought by the Egyptian Army and the people of Port Said. Additionally, they document the 1956 Suez Crisis and the 1967 and 1973 wars with Israel.
Considered among the most important Islamic constructions in the city of Port Said, the Suez Canal Authority Building is one of the remarkable monuments and the first structure to be erected on the shores of the canal in the city. The building is used as the headquarters of the authority and the administration of the Suez Canal and to monitor the passage of ships through the canal.
The Corniche is a glorious 8 km walkway along the harbor and Port Said beach dotted with restaurants, markets and historic sights. Enjoy walking it from the start till the very end at De Lesseps’ statue especially at 5 am when it’s very calm.
Port Fuad is the Asian part of this Afro-Asian governorate "Port Said" where you’ll think that you’re in Europe for a second whilst you walk in its streets. There is a ferry that is used to cross the Canal between Port Said and Port Fuad holding both people and cars for free. It is a nice journey where you can live the experience of being on two different continents at the same time and enjoy watching seagulls flying around.
Owned by a couple of fans of the famous TV series "Friends", Central Perk is a copy of that café with the sofas and exposed brick walls. It has quickly become the top hangout and best coffee option in town. The menu is international with sandwiches, salads, pasta, pizza, plus cakes and desserts to tempt you as well.
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