Ptolemaic Egypt

Ptolemaic Egypt refers to the period of ancient Egypt under the rule of the Ptolemaic dynasty, from 305 BC to 30 BC. This era began when Ptolemy I, a general of Alexander the Great, declared himself king. The Ptolemies blended Greek and Egyptian cultures, promoting advancements in art, science, and philosophy, with Alexandria becoming a major intellectual hub. The dynasty is known for its notable figures, such as Cleopatra VII, and for its eventual decline due to internal strife and external pressures, culminating in Egypt becoming a Roman province after Cleopatra's defeat in 30 BC.