Bibliotheca Alexandrina: Part I

Sadly the library no longer exists and there are few traces of its remains. It is not known with certainty the real cause of its destruction though the tales and theories range from it being charred during Caesar's war against the sibling rivals of Cleopatra in 48 B.C., to the Roman Emporer Aurelian's attack of Alexandria between 270-275 A.D. Whichever is true, historians agree that with its destruction went the source of knowledge and genius of classical civilization.

coming soon--Part II: The New Library

Links:

Bibliotheca Alexandrina  -(from an egyptian gov site) a project to revive and rebuild the famous ancient library is underway.

Unesco: Bibliotheca Alexandrina  - presents general information about the joint UNESCO and Egyptian Government project of building a new library in Alexandria as a focal point for culture, education, and science.

Biblioteca Alexandrina  - project information from the construction company building the revival of the ancient Library of Alexandria.

http://www.time.com/time/europe/magazine... Time Magazine (European Edition): Recreating a Jewel

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