Alexandria, Egypt
Photo of the Day • World Hum • 05.21.09 | 12:10 PM ET
REUTERS/Tarek Mostafa Visitors check out the rare books displayed in the Alexandria Library, home to more than 3000 rare manuscripts, books and maps
REUTERS/Tarek Mostafa 
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Gregory 05.26.09 | 8:13 PM ET
old books ..
Darren 07.06.09 | 3:47 PM ET
It would be impressive to see such an old manuscript right in front of my eyes, I know it would be an intense experience and I also know that Egypt has a lot of intense experiences to offer to visitors. I think a trip to Egypt would be a real treat for the soul.
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