Insane Facts About Cleopatra You Didn't Know!
Welcome to a mind-bending journey through the annals of time! In this captivating YouTube short, we dive headfirst into the realm of history, unearthing some of the most mind-boggling and eccentric tales ever recorded. Get ready to have your mind blown as we present a whirlwind of crazy and bizarre historical facts that will leave you astounded!
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Did you know that cleopatra's beauty was the product of Roman propaganda. Contrary to modern portrayals, there is no evidence among ancient historians that Cleopatra was a great beauty. Contemporary visual sources show Cleopatra with a large pointed nose, narrow lips and sharp, jutting chin.
Insane Facts About Cleopatra You Didn't Know!
Cleopatra knew how to make an entrance. A famous example of her flair for the dramatic came in 48 B.C., when Julius Caesar arrived in Alexandria. Cleopatra had herself wrapped in a carpet, and smuggled into his personal quarters. Caesar was dazzled by the sight of the young queen in her royal garb, and the two soon became allies and lovers.
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