He came back to Mesopotamia from his final debacle in East Asia, an set about establishing his empire's capital in Babylon, having earlier burnt down the Persian capital of Persepolis in Persia to eradicate any ideas of a Persian resurgence.
He als was planning a campaign to the west to take over the Greek and Carthaginian territories in Western Europe and nort Africa.
Babylon
Babylon
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Alexander died at Babylon
Alexander the Great wanted to stop at Babylon because it was a significant city in Mesopotamia, renowned for its wealth, culture, and strategic location. By capturing Babylon, Alexander could solidify his control over the region and gain access to its resources and influential institutions. Additionally, Babylon had historical and mythological significance as one of the great centers of civilization, and Alexander sought to emulate the likes of legendary conquerors such as Cyrus the Great who had once ruled from Babylon.
Babylon
June 323 BC in Babylon
The center of his Empire was Babylon.
Babylon
He ended in Babylon.
Babylon, June 10th, 323 BCE
Alexander the great died June 13, 323 B.C.