Alexandria's legacy as a beacon of culture and learning during the Hellenistic period is unparalleled. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, it quickly became the seat of the Ptolemaic Kingdom and a hub of Greek culture and science. The city was home to the legendary Library of Alexandria and the Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Its strategic location and thriving intellectual environment made it a melting pot of Greek and Egyptian cultures, fostering advancements in various fields from astronomy to literature.