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- Pompey’s Pillar is one of the few remaining remnants of the ancient Roman complex known as Serapeum, which dates back to the first century AD.
- Pompey's Pillar is a monumental column in Alexandria, Egypt, built around 298-302 AD to honor Roman Emperor Diocletian for his victory over an Alexandrian revolt.
- The History of Pompey’s Pillar. ... Pompey’s Pillar today marks what was once a huge temple, which was constructed with precious metal on the interior.
- From Pompey’s Pillar, near Alexandria’s central Corniche, the city center is just a short walk away (seafront).
- Super Clean, Landscaped Beautifully, Interesting Interpretive Center and the VIEW from atop Pompeys Pillar like no other!
- Pompey’s Column is described as follows: Pompey’s Pillar is a historic site with a large park on a hill with many interesting artifacts.
- pompey’s pillar in alexandria Pompey’s Pillar, is known in Arabic as Amoud El Sawary, can be easily reached by a taxi in Alexandria.
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