Islamic

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Ailana (Akaba)

Ailana (Greek Αἴλανα): ancient port on the Red Sea, modern Akaba in southern Jordan. There are several related names for this town, all derived from Semitic ayil, "palm tree".Early History …

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Alexandria

Alexandria: town founded by Alexander the Great, capital of the Ptolemaic Empire.Hellenistic History Alexander the Great as founder of Alexandria The site…

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