tomb of Alexander the Great
Ancient Greece
The Roman Emperor Who Broke the Nose of Alexander the Great’s Corpse
Just like in modern times, many people in antiquity enjoyed visiting the tombs of famous historical figures. One of the most famous historical figures in the Greco-Roman world was Alexander the Great. According to ancient records, one of the...
Ancient Greece
What Did Alexander the Great’s Tomb Look Like?
The quest for Alexander the Great's tomb has occupied researchers for centuries. However, another interesting issue surrounding the famous conqueror's resting place is the question of what Alexander the Great's tomb actually looked like. Fortunately, we have a variety...
Ancient Greece
Alexander the Great May Have Died of Pancreatic Necrosis
Alexander the Great may have died of pancreatic necrosis, not from any other disease that has previously speculated about, including malaria or pneumonia, according to the results of a recent Greek study.
Dr. Thomas Gerasimidis, Professor of Medicine emeritus at...
Ancient Greece
Where is Alexander the Great’s Tomb? The most Plausible Scenarios
As one of the most famous people in history, countless individuals have tried to locate Alexander the Great's tomb. It seems shocking that the burial place of such an important figure could be lost, yet that is the case....
Ancient Greece
Alexander the Great’s Face Reconstruction Presented by Researchers
Historians and researchers are suggesting a new facial reconstruction of the famous ancient Greek leader Alexander the Great.
Archaeology
Alexander the Great Tomb: New Theory Points to Exact Location
The location of the tomb of ancient Greek leader Alexander the Great remains one of the greatest mysteries in history.