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Excavation at royal gymnasium of Alexander the Great reveals colonnades, stadium and stelae
The findings from the excavation around the Royal Gymnasium of ancient Mieza provide new evidence supporting one of Macedonia’s most important historical associations: the scientific theory that this was the place where Alexander the Great and the royal youths of Macedonia were educated under the guidance of Aristotle.
Plans for an Alexander the Great theme park
Greece plans to build the world’s first educational and entertainment theme park dedicated to Alexander the Great, aiming to boost tourism and attract investment to the Northern Greece region.
Turkish historians claim to have found the location of Alexander the Great’s Battle of Granicus
After 20 years of research, historians in Turkey claim to have discovered the location of the Battle of the Granicus, one of Alexander the Great’s most significant victories. This triumph secured a strategic advantage for the Greek army in its advance into Asia Minor.