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What was the Egyptian cultural capital of the Hellenistic world?

Alexandria


How would you describe the city of Alexandria in Egypt?

It is regarded as the greatest of the Hellenistic cities.


What three kingdoms were created out of Alexander's empire after his death?

Hellenistic Macedonia, Hellenistic Syria, and Hellenistic Egypt.


Why was Alexandria Egypt important during the Hellenistic period?

It was the Largest city in the Mediterranean region by the 1st century B.C. Alexandria, Egypt- Center of the Hellenistic culture, adopted many Greek patterns and customs, Consisted of Egyptian, Persian and Indian cultures, Koine (a dialect of Greece) was the neutral language, Housed the Library at Alexandria which also incorporated the museum, center of trade via water, population exceeded half a million people,( place for scientists, mathematicians, Astronomers, and artists)


Where was the famous Hellenistic library located?

Spain,Italy


What is the ancient Hellenistic city in Egypt?

Alexandria.


What other structures were there in ancient Egypt other then pyramids?

From the ancient times [2600 BCE] apart the pyramids there were the Pharaoh Palaces of Upper Egypt, the Temples and the Sphynx. From the Hellenistic period of Egypt [290 BCE] there was the Alexandria Lighthouse [Pharos] and the Library of Alexandria.


Where was the most important port in the Hellenistic world?

Alexandria, Egypt.


What were the African kingdoms influenced by Egypt and The Hellenistic Era?

carthage


What happened during ptolemys time?

During Ptolemy's time, the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt was established, which was a Hellenistic kingdom founded by Ptolemy I Soter following the death of Alexander the Great. This period saw the flourishing of Greek culture and influence in Egypt, including the founding of the famous Library of Alexandria. Ptolemy's time also saw conflicts with other Hellenistic successor kingdoms and Roman expansion into the region.


What attractions lured visitors to Alexandria in Egypt?

Alexandria's greatest attractions were its famous museum and library


Which ancient city was famous for its books?

The ancient city of Alexandria in Egypt was famous for its library, the Great Library of Alexandria, which was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. It housed countless scrolls and books on various subjects, attracting scholars, philosophers, and researchers from all over the ancient world.