What Made Alexandria An Ancient City Of Wonders?
This Timeline documentary explores the rise of Alexandria, the city founded on the grand vision of Alexander the Great. It examines the revolutionary grid layout, the strategic setting between the Mediterranean and the Nile, and the learning and commerce that made it a wonder of the ancient world. Through its architecture and history, the film reveals why Alexandria became a beacon of the classical age. For lovers of ancient history, it is a fascinating city portrait. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.
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