- Over history, places like Alexandria have ended up underwater as a result of earthquakes.
- The majority of them were flooded as a result of the construction of reservoirs or waterways.
- Here are seven stunning spots to visit if you want to check out underwater villages and cities.
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Though there are few aquatic ruins that could match the likes of Alexandria — the ancient Egyptian city so damaged by earthquakes that much of its harbor ended up beneath the sea — there are other places across the globe where you can find underwater cities, towns, and villages.
The majority of them were flooded as a result of the construction of reservoirs or waterways.
Here are seven stunning destinations to visit if you want to check out underwater villages and cities.