Born in Alexandria, Cleopatra was the daughter of Ptolemy XII Auletes, who named her his heir before his death in 51 BC. Cleopatra began her reign alongside her brother Ptolemy XIII, but a falling-out …

Dec 5, 2025 · Cleopatra (born 70/69 bce —died August 30 bce, Alexandria) was an Egyptian queen of the Ptolemaic dynasty, famous in history and drama as the lover of Julius Caesar and later as the …

Oct 30, 2018 · Cleopatra has continued to cast that same spell throughout the centuries since her death and remains the most famous queen of ancient Egypt. Movies, books, television shows, and plays …

Nov 9, 2009 · Following the death of her father, Ptolemy XII Auletes, Cleopatra is crowned Queen of Egypt. Since no contemporary accounts exist of Cleopatra’s life, it is difficult to piece together her...

Sep 16, 2025 · Few figures in history have captured the imagination of the world like Cleopatra VII, the last pharaoh of ancient Egypt. Her name alone conjures images of golden palaces along the Nile, …

Cleopatra VII Thea Philopator (Koine Greek: Κλεοπάτρα Θεά Φιλοπάτωρ, lit. 'Cleopatra father-loving goddess'; [note 5] 70/69 BC – 10 or 12 August 30 BC) was Queen of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of …

Aug 24, 2024 · Cleopatra VII (69–30 BCE) was the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, renowned for her intelligence, political acumen, and dramatic life. Ascending to the throne at a young …

Apr 28, 2023 · Perhaps no historical figure has so enflamed passions—and debates—than Cleopatra VII. Destined to be the last of her dynasty, the Egyptian pharaoh used seduction and political savvy …

May 13, 2025 · Cleopatra was the last pharaoh of Egypt and ruled with intelligence and ambition. Cleopatra had relationships with famous Romans, like Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. After losing to …

Jul 12, 2025 · The last Egyptian pharaoh, Cleopatra was known for her beauty and relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony — but there's much more to her story.