Life & Society
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Located in Alexandria, Al-Max, also known as “Qaryat Al-Sayadin” or The Fishermen’s Village, is best known for its vibrant fishing industry, featuring a bustling fish market and a variety of seafood restaurants. The Egyptian government is actively revitalizing Al-Max, which is classified as a second-degree unsafe area on the national map of the Slum Development Fund. While social media often showcases the charming fishermen’s boats and quaint houses, creating the impression of a small, picturesque setting, Al-Max actually encompasses a…