Ancient Top 10

Behind every great empire there is a central metropolis, driving expansion and governing the great empires that called these cities home - hubs of technology, politics, engineering and massive populations comparable to cities of today. From the grandeur of Rome to the intellectual seat of Alexandria to the legendary home of democracy, Athens, the ancients built cities that would leave their mark on history. But which of these Top 10 ancient metropolises will take the crown as most renowned?

The greatest monuments of the ancient world show more than wealth, they show power. An adversary not to be messed with. From the secrets of Stonehenge to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Colossus of Rhodes; the home of ancient spectacle, the great Colosseum to the jaw dropping temple of Karnak. Which of these Top 10 archaeological sites will be crowned the most jaw-dropping monument of the ancient world?

The great empires of the ancient world were created through war, and some of the most defining battles were fought through siege warfare. The legendary battle of Troy, the incredibly advanced weapons of Archimedes at the battle of Syracuse, and the beginning of the fall of Rome. These are moments in history that will never be forgotten. But which Top 10 siege will top our list for being the most devastating?