Events with tag - Ptolemy Xii

January 1, 58 BC

Temple of Edfu Completion

The Temple of Edfu, one of ancient Egypt's most impressive Ptolemaic temples, was completed in 57 BCE after 180 years of construction. This massive structure, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, represents the pinnacle of Egyptian temple architecture.

January 1, 52 BC

Cleopatra VII Becomes Queen of Egypt

Cleopatra VII ascended to the Egyptian throne at age 18, becoming co-ruler with her younger brother Ptolemy XIII. This marked the beginning of one of history's most remarkable reigns and established her as the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt.