More Great Cities of the Ancient World

Marvel at the archaeological remains of ancient cities of the Nile Valley, such as Meroe and Luxor. Discover how in northern Egypt, the followers of Alexander the Great transformed a small fishing port into the greatest city of the southern Mediterranean. See how elsewhere in North Africa, the Phoenicians established Punic Carthage and the Romans built huge cities such as the perfectly preserved Timgad. Learn also about Constantinople and other great cities of the Byzantine world. Find out about the history, culture, food, clothes, beliefs, and practices of the inhabitants of these cities, as well as their unique impact on future societies.