Granicus River

The Granicus River, located in modern-day Turkey, is historically significant as the site of the Battle of Granicus in 334 BC. This battle was one of the first major confrontations between Alexander the Great and the Persian Empire during his campaign to conquer Persia. The victory at Granicus established Alexander's reputation as a formidable military leader and opened the way for further conquests in Asia. The river itself, while not large, played a crucial role during this decisive encounter, marking the beginning of Alexander's legendary journey and transformation into one of history's greatest conquerors.