#6: The Surprising Heritage of Cleopatra
Cleopatra is celebrated as Egypt’s last pharaoh, but her roots were undeniably Greek. As a member of the Ptolemaic dynasty, she inherited a culture steeped in Greek traditions—speaking their language, worshiping their gods, and embodying their customs.
However, Cleopatra stood apart by embracing Egypt’s identity as her own, mastering the local tongue, and aligning herself with its ancient traditions. Among her many fascinations was a shared love for cats, the sacred symbols of Egyptian protection and grace.