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Born on January 13, 69 B.C. in Alexandria, Egypt, Cleopatra was the most famous and enigmatic Egyptian queen. She ruled Egypt in the late 4th century B.C. during the Macedonian dynasty. During her reign, Cleopatra created political alliances and became romantically connected with Roman military leaders Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
Cleopatra was married to Mark Antony, who was born on January 14, 83 B.C in Rome, Italy. He was an Italian Politician and a soldier. Julius Caesar, was born on July 12, 100 B.C in Rome, Italy, he was an Italian politician, soldier and author.
Cleopatra lived a lavish life, her wealth demonstrated it. She would drink wine and bathe in milk, and wear perfumes and wear elaborate gowns made of glamorous materials. In history, Cleopatra has been known among beautiful women, as she had a perfect face and beautiful complexion.
Ancient Egyptians were known for their beauty routines, even 5,000 years back. The beauty products that Cleopatra owned 5,000 years back are still created today. She would put Dead Sea salts on her skin, and wore kohl eyeliners and other makeup.
Very intelligent and well educated, Cleopatra would put milk and honey face masks on her face, and put henna on her nails as a form of nail polish.
Julius Caesar was assassinated on March 15, 44 B.C as he was stabbed at the age of 55, while Mark Antony killed himself when he was 53. He died on August 1, 30 B.C., while Cleopatra died on August 10, 30 B.C. when she was 39. Cleopatra suicided by having an Egyptian cobra bite in her hands.
Cleopatra was buried in Alexandria, Egypt, at a tomb that is not located today. Recalled as one of ancient Egypt's most famous rulers, Cleopatra is still there in the media. Numerous films have been made about her in Hollywood.
Jamil Khan is an artist, cultural entrepreneur and writer. He is also Creative Producer of Gallery Cosmos and Cosmos Atelier 71, a Printmaking Studio

















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