Pergamon

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. How tall is Pergamon?335 meters (1,100 ft)
2. What is the capital of?The Kingdom of Pergamon under the Attalid dynasty, from 281–133 BC
3. What is the key structures?Pergamon Altar, Great Altar of Zeus, Library of Pergamon, Theater, Royal Palaces

Hellenistic Period: The era following Alexander the Great's conquests (c. 323–31 BC), characterized by the spread of Greek culture and the establishment of large kingdoms.
Attalid Dynasty: The ruling family of Pergamon (281–133 BC) known for their extensive patronage of the arts, sciences, and urban development.
Pergamon Altar: A monumental Hellenistic altar featuring a large frieze depicting the Gigantomachy, considered a masterpiece of ancient sculpture.
Galen of Pergamon: A prominent Greek physician, surgeon, and philosopher whose medical theories dominated Western medicine for over 1,300 years.