A new study challenges the long-held belief that the tomb of Philip II of Macedon lies within the Great Tumulus at Vergina, ...

Alexander III of Macedon, commonly referred to as Alexander the Great, became the king of Macedon at the young age of 20. Although he only reigned for a short 12 years, during his time as king ...

However, it was not found in the tomb of Alexander the Great himself, but rather his half-brother, Philip III of Macedon.

Archaeologists in Greece are showing how Philip of Macedon paved the way for his son Alexander to become a legend Richard Grant; Photographs by Myrto Papadopoulos Photo illustration of Philip II ...

Alexander was born in Pella, the ancient capital of Macedonia in July 356 BC. His parents were Philip II of Macedon and his wife Olympias. Alexander was educated by the philosopher Aristotle.

Ancient Macedon has been the subject of significant archaeological attention in recent years. In early 2024, experts identified the tombs of Alexander’s father, son, and half brother in Aegae ...

The greatest conqueror and general in history, Alexander the Great of Macedon built one of the largest empires ever seen in just 13 years.