Macedonian history

Roxana, the exotic Bactrian wife of Alexander the Great

Roxana, Alexander the Great's wife, was a significant figure in ancient history. She was born around 340 BCE in Bactria,…

7 hours ago

Ptolemy of Aloros, leadership marred by widespread dissatisfaction among the leading Ancient Macedonian families

He was a significant yet controversial figure in the turbulent history of ancient Macedon during the 4th century BCE. Ptolemy…

3 weeks ago

King Philip II's Tomb in Aigai: A Royal Discovery

The tomb of Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great, was confirmed in Aigai (modern Vergina), offering an…

3 weeks ago

Thessalonike the Mermaid, the mythology of Alexander the Great's sister

In Greek, mermaids are called Gorgones. They are creatures with the upper body of a woman, usually of exquisite beauty,…

3 months ago

Alexander The Great: 5 Facts About The Greatest Hellenic King

1. Conqueror of Vast Lands: By age 30, Alexander the Great had created one of the largest empires in ancient…

6 months ago

OTD: Alexander the Great crosses the Hellespont and begins his campaign in the East

Alexander the Great entered history for eternity on this day, April 1, in 334 BC, when he crossed the Hellespont…

10 months ago

OTD: Alexander the Great crosses the Hellespont and begins his campaign in the East

Alexander the Great entered history for eternity on this day, April 1, in 334 BC when he crossed the Hellespont…

2 years ago

Bulgaria increases pressure against Skopje, offers passports to Slavs in Albania

It has been a difficult two weeks for the Macedonians, as Bulgaria increases its pressure so that the people of…

5 years ago