Cleopatra: The Terrible Beauty of the Whole World, the Flickering Eye of the Nile Valley

"Cleopatra: The whole world's terrible beauty, the glitter that holds the power of the Nile Valley." ✨

Ancient Egypt was not great just because of its stone-built temple, but great, with the legend of 'Cleopatra', a queen who used both wisdom and charm to lead the kingdom.

1. Greek bloodlines in the land of Egypt

Despite being the queen of Egypt, Cleopatra was of Macedonian-Greek descent from the Ptolemy dynasty, the highlight of which distinguished her from previous kings was that she was the first of the dynasty to speak Egyptian and adopt a local culture that won the hearts of the people.

2. The Rise to Power and Julius Caesar

Cleopatra had to wage a civil war against her brother. Legend has it that she secretly "rolled up in a carpet" for her servants to offer to Julius Caesar, the most powerful Roman leader at the time, for help. This plan was fulfilled! Caesar helped her reclaim the throne, and they both had a son together named "Caesarion."

3.Mark Antony and the Love Tragedy

After Caesar was assassinated, Cleopatra met Mark Antony (one of the later Roman leaders), their relationship was not just about love, but a gathering of "Egyptian treasures" and "Roman armies" against Octavian (the future Emperor Augustus).

4. The ending scene that became a legend

After his defeat at the Battle of Actium and being invaded by the Roman army in Alexandria, Cleopatra decided to end his life in 30 BC.

• Legend says: She gave Asp a cobra to take her life by biting her chest.

• Historian view: Many believe she may have drank more poison, as one snake is unlikely to kill up to three people at once (including her servant).

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