Our search for Alexander the Great takes us to northern Greece where we meet with foremost archaeologists who give insight to his life. Alexander was a Greek king of Macedon, and by the age of thirty had created one of the largest empires of the ancient world stretching from the Ionian Sea to the Himalayas. We explore the archaeological sites of Aigai (modern Vergina) the ancient first capital of the Kingdom of Macedonia and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Pella where he was born and educated; and the sacred city of Dion where he assembled his armies. Check the International category and “read more” for info on this feature (episode #9) and travel tips.
About Anne Martin
Since the mid 1970s, producer/host, Anne Martin, has been bringing stories to life through the medium of television. She thrives on tracking down the unusual and her work has encompassed history, geology, heritage and a positive outlook on the world around us. Read more about Anne Martin.